So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/so-much-to-say-a-legal-podcast-for-people Welcome to So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People. Where we explore behind-the-scenes of work, law, life, and everything in between. We're your hosts, business development and legal marketing coaches, Jennifer Ramsey and Megan Senese, and we're here to showcase the human side of the legal world, from marketing and consulting to the very real struggles of balancing work with being human. This isn’t your typical, dry legal show. We're bringing you real stories, candid conversations, and smart insights that remind you that outside of being a lawyer or legal marketer - what makes you human? So whether you’re navigating billable hours or breaking glass ceilings in a woman-owned legal practice, this legal podcast is for you. Stay human. Stay inspired. Namaste (or whatever keeps you human).  © 2025 stage 699ef144-464e-5683-821f-dfc1832bcfd9 no 241956a0-cedd-11f0-a56d-879ac1b10c23 Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Welcome to So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People! en-us Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:00:15 -0400 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:01:52 -0400 https://stage.guide/so-much-to-say-podcast https://img.transistorcdn.com/FTelo5d5v1yLZFF3CmsJ8Dm08v0XschySkuwcQKYkMw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85MWU1/ODk3ZDY4NjYwY2Fh/OTE1NzYyZjdlMThl/YzFhNy5qcGVn.jpg So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People https://stage.guide/so-much-to-say-podcast episodic Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Welcome to So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People. Where we explore behind-the-scenes of work, law, life, and everything in between. We're your hosts, business development and legal marketing coaches, Jennifer Ramsey and Megan Senese, and we're here to showcase the human side of the legal world, from marketing and consulting to the very real struggles of balancing work with being human. This isn’t your typical, dry legal show. We're bringing you real stories, candid conversations, and smart insights that remind you that outside of being a lawyer or legal marketer - what makes you human? So whether you’re navigating billable hours or breaking glass ceilings in a woman-owned legal practice, this legal podcast is for you. Stay human. Stay inspired. Namaste (or whatever keeps you human).  Welcome to So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People. business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing Megan Senese megan@stage.guide No Yes Why Most Lawyers Struggle After Parental Leave: What a ‘Mindful Return’ Looks Like (with Lori Mihalich-Levin) 40 40 Why Most Lawyers Struggle After Parental Leave: What a ‘Mindful Return’ Looks Like (with Lori Mihalich-Levin) full 063751a6-c4d8-472f-8e8b-b6b95fa51ce8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e365745c NOTE: This episode contains language around infant loss and miscarriage. Take care while you listen.

Most law firms treat returning from parental leave as a routine transition. For many lawyers, it’s one of the most destabilizing periods of their careers.

In this episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Lori Mihalich-Levin, CEO and Founder of Mindful Return, author of Back to Work After Baby, co-host of the Parents at Work podcast, and a healthcare lawyer at The GME Group. Lori shares why returning to work after having a child is one of the most professionally disruptive transitions lawyers face—and what a more sustainable, intentional transition can look like.

What began as a moment of desperation, crying while washing bottles and caring for two young children, led to a critical realization: most workplaces treat return-to-work as a logistical event, not a human transition. In response, she built Mindful Return, a national platform supporting working parents through this exact inflection point. Lori shares what’s often left unspoken: postpartum anxiety, identity disruption, the invisible labor of reentry, and the pressure to perform as if nothing has changed. She also breaks down what a “mindful return” requires from both individuals and organizations and why community plays a central role in recovery and retention.

This episode is essential for anyone navigating parenthood and career and for leaders responsible for whether working parents thrive, struggle, or leave.

You’ll hear about:

  • Why Lori created Mindful Return after her own painful return-to-work experience
  • The personal and professional identity crisis that can come after parental leave
  • What working parents actually need during the transition back to work
  • How Mindful Return’s cohort model helps moms AND dads feel less alone
  • Why parenthood builds leadership skills we still don’t talk about enough
  • The case for better workplace support around miscarriage, infant loss, and mental health
  • How mindfulness, yoga, and community have helped Lori navigate both work and family life

About Lori Mihalich-Levin:

Lori Mihalich-Levin is the CEO & Founder of Mindful Return, a nationally recognized platform supporting working parents through parental leave and the transition back to work. She is the author of Back to Work After Baby, co-host (with her husband) of the Parents at Work podcast, and a healthcare lawyer at The GME Group. Her work has been featured in Forbes, The Washington Post, The New York Times Parenting, and more.

Learn More:


This episode is brought to you by: Latitude Legal

In partnership with Latitude Legal, stage offers four free business development sessions for any lawyer returning from parental leave. We call it Corduroy. It is open to any lawyer. We know how challenging it can be to be a working parent, and this is our way of giving back to the legal community through business development support. If you are interested in learning more about Corduroy for yourself or your team, you can email us at info@stage.guide. Thank you to Latitude Legal and Kyle Robisch for being the sole partner supporting our Corduroy initiative. They recognize the importance of supporting working parents in the legal industry and are generously underwriting this program. To learn more, visit www.latitudelegal.com or contact Kyle directly at KRobisch@latitudelegal.com.

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> NOTE: This episode contains language around infant loss and miscarriage. Take care while you listen.

Most law firms treat returning from parental leave as a routine transition. For many lawyers, it’s one of the most destabilizing periods of their careers.

In this episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Lori Mihalich-Levin, CEO and Founder of Mindful Return, author of Back to Work After Baby, co-host of the Parents at Work podcast, and a healthcare lawyer at The GME Group. Lori shares why returning to work after having a child is one of the most professionally disruptive transitions lawyers face—and what a more sustainable, intentional transition can look like.

What began as a moment of desperation, crying while washing bottles and caring for two young children, led to a critical realization: most workplaces treat return-to-work as a logistical event, not a human transition. In response, she built Mindful Return, a national platform supporting working parents through this exact inflection point. Lori shares what’s often left unspoken: postpartum anxiety, identity disruption, the invisible labor of reentry, and the pressure to perform as if nothing has changed. She also breaks down what a “mindful return” requires from both individuals and organizations and why community plays a central role in recovery and retention.

This episode is essential for anyone navigating parenthood and career and for leaders responsible for whether working parents thrive, struggle, or leave.

You’ll hear about:

  • Why Lori created Mindful Return after her own painful return-to-work experience
  • The personal and professional identity crisis that can come after parental leave
  • What working parents actually need during the transition back to work
  • How Mindful Return’s cohort model helps moms AND dads feel less alone
  • Why parenthood builds leadership skills we still don’t talk about enough
  • The case for better workplace support around miscarriage, infant loss, and mental health
  • How mindfulness, yoga, and community have helped Lori navigate both work and family life

About Lori Mihalich-Levin:

Lori Mihalich-Levin is the CEO & Founder of Mindful Return, a nationally recognized platform supporting working parents through parental leave and the transition back to work. She is the author of Back to Work After Baby, co-host (with her husband) of the Parents at Work podcast, and a healthcare lawyer at The GME Group. Her work has been featured in Forbes, The Washington Post, The New York Times Parenting, and more.

Learn More:


This episode is brought to you by: Latitude Legal

In partnership with Latitude Legal, stage offers four free business development sessions for any lawyer returning from parental leave. We call it Corduroy. It is open to any lawyer. We know how challenging it can be to be a working parent, and this is our way of giving back to the legal community through business development support. If you are interested in learning more about Corduroy for yourself or your team, you can email us at info@stage.guide. Thank you to Latitude Legal and Kyle Robisch for being the sole partner supporting our Corduroy initiative. They recognize the importance of supporting working parents in the legal industry and are generously underwriting this program. To learn more, visit www.latitudelegal.com or contact Kyle directly at KRobisch@latitudelegal.com.

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2207 NOTE: This episode contains language around infant loss and miscarriage. Take care while you listen.

Most law firms treat returning from parental leave as a routine transition. For many lawyers, it’s one of the most destabilizing periods of their careers.

In this episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Lori Mihalich-Levin, CEO and Founder of Mindful Return, author of Back to Work After Baby, co-host of the Parents at Work podcast, and a healthcare lawyer at The GME Group. Lori shares why returning to work after having a child is one of the most professionally disruptive transitions lawyers face—and what a more sustainable, intentional transition can look like.

What began as a moment of desperation, crying while washing bottles and caring for two young children, led to a critical realization: most workplaces treat return-to-work as a logistical event, not a human transition. In response, she built Mindful Return, a national platform supporting working parents through this exact inflection point. Lori shares what’s often left unspoken: postpartum anxiety, identity disruption, the invisible labor of reentry, and the pressure to perform as if nothing has changed. She also breaks down what a “mindful return” requires from both individuals and organizations and why community plays a central role in recovery and retention.

This episode is essential for anyone navigating parenthood and career and for leaders responsible for whether working parents thrive, struggle, or leave.

You’ll hear about:

  • Why Lori created Mindful Return after her own painful return-to-work experience
  • The personal and professional identity crisis that can come after parental leave
  • What working parents actually need during the transition back to work
  • How Mindful Return’s cohort model helps moms AND dads feel less alone
  • Why parenthood builds leadership skills we still don’t talk about enough
  • The case for better workplace support around miscarriage, infant loss, and mental health
  • How mindfulness, yoga, and community have helped Lori navigate both work and family life

About Lori Mihalich-Levin:

Lori Mihalich-Levin is the CEO & Founder of Mindful Return, a nationally recognized platform supporting working parents through parental leave and the transition back to work. She is the author of Back to Work After Baby, co-host (with her husband) of the Parents at Work podcast, and a healthcare lawyer at The GME Group. Her work has been featured in Forbes, The Washington Post, The New York Times Parenting, and more.

Learn More:


This episode is brought to you by: Latitude Legal

In partnership with Latitude Legal, stage offers four free business development sessions for any lawyer returning from parental leave. We call it Corduroy. It is open to any lawyer. We know how challenging it can be to be a working parent, and this is our way of giving back to the legal community through business development support. If you are interested in learning more about Corduroy for yourself or your team, you can email us at info@stage.guide. Thank you to Latitude Legal and Kyle Robisch for being the sole partner supporting our Corduroy initiative. They recognize the importance of supporting working parents in the legal industry and are generously underwriting this program. To learn more, visit www.latitudelegal.com or contact Kyle directly at KRobisch@latitudelegal.com.

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> business development, motherhood, parenthood, postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, mental health, wellbeing, lawyer, lawyers, law firms No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese What Constant Responsiveness Is Doing to Legal Professionals (Minis with Megan) 39 39 What Constant Responsiveness Is Doing to Legal Professionals (Minis with Megan) full bbe051d1-4196-4d77-a97b-e054b63e66e6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c7953908 If your workday keeps you mentally “on” long after you close your laptop, this mini episode offers a moment to reset. 

Most lawyers or legal marketers never allow themselves to come out of “on mode.” They’ve only been trained how to push through it.   

This episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People, Minis with Megan is intentionally different. It creates space to step out of constant responsiveness and notice what is happening in your body while you work.

Many lawyers and legal marketing professionals move through their days holding everything. Shoulders stay tight. Breathing becomes shallow. The nervous system remains quietly activated and mistakes increase. 

This episode is permission for a brief pause. A chance to slow down, take a breath, and experience what even a few intentional minutes of reset can feel like so you can go  back to your work refreshed and recharged and with a moment to catch your breath. 

If this moment resonates, a longer guided session is available on 4/16 for those who want to go deeper. Details for registration are below.

Who this episode is for:

  • Lawyers and professionals who feel constantly “on” during the workday
  • Anyone overwhelmed by email, notifications, and nonstop screen time
  • People noticing physical stress (tight shoulders, shallow breathing, fatigue)
  • High performers who struggle to give themselves permission to take a break

Episode takeaways:

  • “Email apnea” and “screen apnea” are real: Holding your breath while working is more common than you think
  • Constant screen time and stress can physically impact your breathing, focus, and energy
  • You cannot do your best work (legal, strategic, or creative) if your body is in a state of tension
  • Taking a break isn’t indulgent, it’s necessary for sustainable performance
  • Even small, intentional pauses (like breathing) can reset your entire system

Small steps you can take to invite awareness:

  • Notice your body: Are you holding your breath, clenching, or bracing?
  • Pause and take a breath: Even one intentional inhale and exhale can interrupt the stress cycle
  • Give yourself permission to step away: You don’t need to “earn” a break. You deserve a break.
  • Create space for reset: Short, structured breaks can help you return more focused
  • Prioritize sustainability: Your performance depends on your ability to regulate, not just push through


Join us for Off the Mat:
A 30-minute guided breathing session led by a certified yoga instructor, our very own Jen Ramsey!

*No camera required
*No experience needed
*Join directly from your desk
* April 16 @ 1pm ET / 10 am PT

Email us at info@stage.guide or register here

Stay Connected:


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> If your workday keeps you mentally “on” long after you close your laptop, this mini episode offers a moment to reset. 

Most lawyers or legal marketers never allow themselves to come out of “on mode.” They’ve only been trained how to push through it.   

This episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People, Minis with Megan is intentionally different. It creates space to step out of constant responsiveness and notice what is happening in your body while you work.

Many lawyers and legal marketing professionals move through their days holding everything. Shoulders stay tight. Breathing becomes shallow. The nervous system remains quietly activated and mistakes increase. 

This episode is permission for a brief pause. A chance to slow down, take a breath, and experience what even a few intentional minutes of reset can feel like so you can go  back to your work refreshed and recharged and with a moment to catch your breath. 

If this moment resonates, a longer guided session is available on 4/16 for those who want to go deeper. Details for registration are below.

Who this episode is for:

  • Lawyers and professionals who feel constantly “on” during the workday
  • Anyone overwhelmed by email, notifications, and nonstop screen time
  • People noticing physical stress (tight shoulders, shallow breathing, fatigue)
  • High performers who struggle to give themselves permission to take a break

Episode takeaways:

  • “Email apnea” and “screen apnea” are real: Holding your breath while working is more common than you think
  • Constant screen time and stress can physically impact your breathing, focus, and energy
  • You cannot do your best work (legal, strategic, or creative) if your body is in a state of tension
  • Taking a break isn’t indulgent, it’s necessary for sustainable performance
  • Even small, intentional pauses (like breathing) can reset your entire system

Small steps you can take to invite awareness:

  • Notice your body: Are you holding your breath, clenching, or bracing?
  • Pause and take a breath: Even one intentional inhale and exhale can interrupt the stress cycle
  • Give yourself permission to step away: You don’t need to “earn” a break. You deserve a break.
  • Create space for reset: Short, structured breaks can help you return more focused
  • Prioritize sustainability: Your performance depends on your ability to regulate, not just push through


Join us for Off the Mat:
A 30-minute guided breathing session led by a certified yoga instructor, our very own Jen Ramsey!

*No camera required
*No experience needed
*Join directly from your desk
* April 16 @ 1pm ET / 10 am PT

Email us at info@stage.guide or register here

Stay Connected:


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 346 If your workday keeps you mentally “on” long after you close your laptop, this mini episode offers a moment to reset. 

Most lawyers or legal marketers never allow themselves to come out of “on mode.” They’ve only been trained how to push through it.   

This episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People, Minis with Megan is intentionally different. It creates space to step out of constant responsiveness and notice what is happening in your body while you work.

Many lawyers and legal marketing professionals move through their days holding everything. Shoulders stay tight. Breathing becomes shallow. The nervous system remains quietly activated and mistakes increase. 

This episode is permission for a brief pause. A chance to slow down, take a breath, and experience what even a few intentional minutes of reset can feel like so you can go  back to your work refreshed and recharged and with a moment to catch your breath. 

If this moment resonates, a longer guided session is available on 4/16 for those who want to go deeper. Details for registration are below.

Who this episode is for:

  • Lawyers and professionals who feel constantly “on” during the workday
  • Anyone overwhelmed by email, notifications, and nonstop screen time
  • People noticing physical stress (tight shoulders, shallow breathing, fatigue)
  • High performers who struggle to give themselves permission to take a break

Episode takeaways:

  • “Email apnea” and “screen apnea” are real: Holding your breath while working is more common than you think
  • Constant screen time and stress can physically impact your breathing, focus, and energy
  • You cannot do your best work (legal, strategic, or creative) if your body is in a state of tension
  • Taking a break isn’t indulgent, it’s necessary for sustainable performance
  • Even small, intentional pauses (like breathing) can reset your entire system

Small steps you can take to invite awareness:

  • Notice your body: Are you holding your breath, clenching, or bracing?
  • Pause and take a breath: Even one intentional inhale and exhale can interrupt the stress cycle
  • Give yourself permission to step away: You don’t need to “earn” a break. You deserve a break.
  • Create space for reset: Short, structured breaks can help you return more focused
  • Prioritize sustainability: Your performance depends on your ability to regulate, not just push through


Join us for Off the Mat:
A 30-minute guided breathing session led by a certified yoga instructor, our very own Jen Ramsey!

*No camera required
*No experience needed
*Join directly from your desk
* April 16 @ 1pm ET / 10 am PT

Email us at info@stage.guide or register here

Stay Connected:


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> business development, lawyers, law, mindfulness, mental health No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Success, Silence, and Postpartum Depression in the Law: The Conversation Big Law Needs 38 38 Success, Silence, and Postpartum Depression in the Law: The Conversation Big Law Needs full 65689173-8813-463e-927f-d5e53879b851 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1d89f5e3 “ The motivation that got me going was thinking about the moms behind me, and not wanting them to have that same experience if we could do something to avoid it.” - Lindsay Aggarwal

What happens when a successful Big Law partner does everything “right” and still finds herself struggling? 

In this episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast for People, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey speak with financial services litigator and partner Lindsay Aggarwal about the realities of returning to practice after parental leave, the risks of mental health invisibility in high-performance environments, and how one person’s experience became a catalyst for institutional change.

After returning from her second parental leave, Lindsay found herself facing a reality she hadn’t experienced the first time around. What began as anxiety and overwhelm eventually led to a diagnosis of postpartum depression: a moment that forced her to step back, seek help, and rethink what support for working parents in Big Law could look like.

Instead of navigating the experience quietly, Lindsay helped lead the development of a structured parental leave coaching initiative at her law firm that was designed to support lawyers before, during, and after leave — an effort that reflects evolving expectations around leadership sustainability, talent retention, and modern career trajectories in Big Law.

You’ll hear about:

  • How to navigate postpartum depression while sustaining the visibility and performance demands of Big Law partnership
  • The inflection point that led Lindsay to translate personal experience into firm-level support
  • How she helped launch a structured parental leave coaching initiative within a global law firm
  • What the BCLP program signals about retention, leadership pipelines, and culture evolution
  • How peer groups and individualized support models strengthen working parent outcomes in law
  • How caregiving realities intersect with client relationships, business development, and differentiation
  • Why the traditional Big Law model may no longer fit modern working families — and what offers hope for the future


About Lindsay Aggarwal:

Lindsay Aggarwal is a partner at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner (BCLP) and a financial services litigator with more than a decade of experience in complex litigation. She also leads BCLP’s Parental Leave Coaching Program, an initiative designed to support lawyers navigating parental leave and returning to practice.

Through her advocacy and writing, Lindsay is helping spark broader conversations about parental leave, mental health, and sustainable career paths in the legal profession.

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 
Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> “ The motivation that got me going was thinking about the moms behind me, and not wanting them to have that same experience if we could do something to avoid it.” - Lindsay Aggarwal

What happens when a successful Big Law partner does everything “right” and still finds herself struggling? 

In this episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast for People, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey speak with financial services litigator and partner Lindsay Aggarwal about the realities of returning to practice after parental leave, the risks of mental health invisibility in high-performance environments, and how one person’s experience became a catalyst for institutional change.

After returning from her second parental leave, Lindsay found herself facing a reality she hadn’t experienced the first time around. What began as anxiety and overwhelm eventually led to a diagnosis of postpartum depression: a moment that forced her to step back, seek help, and rethink what support for working parents in Big Law could look like.

Instead of navigating the experience quietly, Lindsay helped lead the development of a structured parental leave coaching initiative at her law firm that was designed to support lawyers before, during, and after leave — an effort that reflects evolving expectations around leadership sustainability, talent retention, and modern career trajectories in Big Law.

You’ll hear about:

  • How to navigate postpartum depression while sustaining the visibility and performance demands of Big Law partnership
  • The inflection point that led Lindsay to translate personal experience into firm-level support
  • How she helped launch a structured parental leave coaching initiative within a global law firm
  • What the BCLP program signals about retention, leadership pipelines, and culture evolution
  • How peer groups and individualized support models strengthen working parent outcomes in law
  • How caregiving realities intersect with client relationships, business development, and differentiation
  • Why the traditional Big Law model may no longer fit modern working families — and what offers hope for the future


About Lindsay Aggarwal:

Lindsay Aggarwal is a partner at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner (BCLP) and a financial services litigator with more than a decade of experience in complex litigation. She also leads BCLP’s Parental Leave Coaching Program, an initiative designed to support lawyers navigating parental leave and returning to practice.

Through her advocacy and writing, Lindsay is helping spark broader conversations about parental leave, mental health, and sustainable career paths in the legal profession.

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 
Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 1642 “ The motivation that got me going was thinking about the moms behind me, and not wanting them to have that same experience if we could do something to avoid it.” - Lindsay Aggarwal

What happens when a successful Big Law partner does everything “right” and still finds herself struggling? 

In this episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast for People, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey speak with financial services litigator and partner Lindsay Aggarwal about the realities of returning to practice after parental leave, the risks of mental health invisibility in high-performance environments, and how one person’s experience became a catalyst for institutional change.

After returning from her second parental leave, Lindsay found herself facing a reality she hadn’t experienced the first time around. What began as anxiety and overwhelm eventually led to a diagnosis of postpartum depression: a moment that forced her to step back, seek help, and rethink what support for working parents in Big Law could look like.

Instead of navigating the experience quietly, Lindsay helped lead the development of a structured parental leave coaching initiative at her law firm that was designed to support lawyers before, during, and after leave — an effort that reflects evolving expectations around leadership sustainability, talent retention, and modern career trajectories in Big Law.

You’ll hear about:

  • How to navigate postpartum depression while sustaining the visibility and performance demands of Big Law partnership
  • The inflection point that led Lindsay to translate personal experience into firm-level support
  • How she helped launch a structured parental leave coaching initiative within a global law firm
  • What the BCLP program signals about retention, leadership pipelines, and culture evolution
  • How peer groups and individualized support models strengthen working parent outcomes in law
  • How caregiving realities intersect with client relationships, business development, and differentiation
  • Why the traditional Big Law model may no longer fit modern working families — and what offers hope for the future


About Lindsay Aggarwal:

Lindsay Aggarwal is a partner at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner (BCLP) and a financial services litigator with more than a decade of experience in complex litigation. She also leads BCLP’s Parental Leave Coaching Program, an initiative designed to support lawyers navigating parental leave and returning to practice.

Through her advocacy and writing, Lindsay is helping spark broader conversations about parental leave, mental health, and sustainable career paths in the legal profession.

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 
Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> postpartum depression, PPD, business development, law, legal, lawyers, women in law No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Why Lawyers Struggle with Imposter Syndrome (Minis with Megan) 37 37 Why Lawyers Struggle with Imposter Syndrome (Minis with Megan) full db9542b1-d8a1-4c29-81d2-a5e957d903e4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e25b4e0d What if imposter syndrome isn’t actually about confidence? 

In this mini episode, Megan Senese explores the deeper roots of imposter syndrome, the belief that “I’m not good enough”, and how the comparison trap and internal narratives shape whether lawyers put themselves forward or stay on the sidelines. Recognizing your own value isn’t just personal work, it’s a professional strategy. 

The lawyers who believe in their value are the ones who step forward, build relationships, and ultimately generate business.

Who this episode is for:

  • Lawyers and legal marketers navigating imposter syndrome
  • Lawyers and professionals comparing themselves to others’ credentials or success
  • People working to rebuild confidence in their voice or abilities
  • Lawyers ready to shift the narrative they tell themselves and step forward professionally


Episode takeaways:

  • How the belief “I’m not good enough” quietly fuels imposter syndrome
  • How the comparison trap (law schools, firms, titles, and status) drives self-doubt
  • Why even highly accomplished lawyers still struggle with imposter syndrome
  • How the stories you repeat to yourself shape your confidence and professional identity
  • One simple daily exercise to retrain your brain and start rebuilding self-confidence


How to start shifting the “not good enough” narrative:

  • Notice the story you’re telling yourself: Imposter syndrome often begins with internal dialogue
  • Challenge the comparison trap: Someone else’s credentials don’t define your worth
  • Recognize shared insecurity: Even the people you admire question themselves
  • Interrupt the negative loop: What you repeatedly tell yourself becomes belief
  • Write down one good thing about yourself each day: Small affirmations retrain your brain to think differently


Stay Connected:


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> What if imposter syndrome isn’t actually about confidence? 

In this mini episode, Megan Senese explores the deeper roots of imposter syndrome, the belief that “I’m not good enough”, and how the comparison trap and internal narratives shape whether lawyers put themselves forward or stay on the sidelines. Recognizing your own value isn’t just personal work, it’s a professional strategy. 

The lawyers who believe in their value are the ones who step forward, build relationships, and ultimately generate business.

Who this episode is for:

  • Lawyers and legal marketers navigating imposter syndrome
  • Lawyers and professionals comparing themselves to others’ credentials or success
  • People working to rebuild confidence in their voice or abilities
  • Lawyers ready to shift the narrative they tell themselves and step forward professionally


Episode takeaways:

  • How the belief “I’m not good enough” quietly fuels imposter syndrome
  • How the comparison trap (law schools, firms, titles, and status) drives self-doubt
  • Why even highly accomplished lawyers still struggle with imposter syndrome
  • How the stories you repeat to yourself shape your confidence and professional identity
  • One simple daily exercise to retrain your brain and start rebuilding self-confidence


How to start shifting the “not good enough” narrative:

  • Notice the story you’re telling yourself: Imposter syndrome often begins with internal dialogue
  • Challenge the comparison trap: Someone else’s credentials don’t define your worth
  • Recognize shared insecurity: Even the people you admire question themselves
  • Interrupt the negative loop: What you repeatedly tell yourself becomes belief
  • Write down one good thing about yourself each day: Small affirmations retrain your brain to think differently


Stay Connected:


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 237 What if imposter syndrome isn’t actually about confidence? 

In this mini episode, Megan Senese explores the deeper roots of imposter syndrome, the belief that “I’m not good enough”, and how the comparison trap and internal narratives shape whether lawyers put themselves forward or stay on the sidelines. Recognizing your own value isn’t just personal work, it’s a professional strategy. 

The lawyers who believe in their value are the ones who step forward, build relationships, and ultimately generate business.

Who this episode is for:

  • Lawyers and legal marketers navigating imposter syndrome
  • Lawyers and professionals comparing themselves to others’ credentials or success
  • People working to rebuild confidence in their voice or abilities
  • Lawyers ready to shift the narrative they tell themselves and step forward professionally


Episode takeaways:

  • How the belief “I’m not good enough” quietly fuels imposter syndrome
  • How the comparison trap (law schools, firms, titles, and status) drives self-doubt
  • Why even highly accomplished lawyers still struggle with imposter syndrome
  • How the stories you repeat to yourself shape your confidence and professional identity
  • One simple daily exercise to retrain your brain and start rebuilding self-confidence


How to start shifting the “not good enough” narrative:

  • Notice the story you’re telling yourself: Imposter syndrome often begins with internal dialogue
  • Challenge the comparison trap: Someone else’s credentials don’t define your worth
  • Recognize shared insecurity: Even the people you admire question themselves
  • Interrupt the negative loop: What you repeatedly tell yourself becomes belief
  • Write down one good thing about yourself each day: Small affirmations retrain your brain to think differently


Stay Connected:


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> imposter syndrome, lawyers, legal, attorneys, business development No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese What Makes Lawyers Stand Out to In-House Counsel (with Jessica Nguyen, Deputy General Counsel of DocuSign and Head of Contract Nerds) 36 36 What Makes Lawyers Stand Out to In-House Counsel (with Jessica Nguyen, Deputy General Counsel of DocuSign and Head of Contract Nerds) full 7564c3e0-3011-4f9f-9f37-95c7d0b55b0f https://share.transistor.fm/s/93340efa “Trust is fundamentally about you do what you say you’ll do.” - Jessica Nguyen

How do you get 2,200+ legal professionals to show up for a contracts webinar?

In this episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast for People, Jessica Nguyen, Deputy General Counsel of AI Innovation & Trust at DocuSign and Head of Contract Nerds, joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to pull back the curtain on why most law firm marketing completely misses the mark, how DocuSign is using AI to build deeper trust with its clients, and the one outside law firm that truly stood out to her, and what one lawyer did that was different from every other law firm competing for attention.

From building one of the most engaged contracts communities in legal to helping shape AI strategy inside a global tech company, Jessica shares what actually creates momentum, and what kills it.

In this episode, you’ll hear directly from a Deputy General Counsel about:

  • Why Contract Nerds consistently attracts thousands of lawyers and what lessons you can apply to your next webinar
  • How community becomes a long-term growth engine — not just a mailing list
  • What in-house counsel actually look for when hiring outside counsel 
  • The positioning shifts that make lawyers stand out instead of blend in
  • The CLE mistakes all law firms make and how to change it
  • Why legal services feel commoditized and how to break that cycle
  • How AI can 10x your legal productivity without replacing your judgment
  • Why consistent execution, not just branding is what builds real client trust
  • The role gratitude plays in sustaining a long-term legal career


This conversation is for lawyers who want a clearer understanding on how to attract the right clients—without chasing, posturing, or relying on generic marketing tactics.

About Jessica Nguyen:

Jessica Nguyen is Deputy General Counsel of AI Innovation & Trust at DocuSign and Head of Contract Nerds, a global community serving thousands of contracts and legal professionals. A seasoned in-house leader and former Chief Legal Officer, Jessica focuses on customer-centric innovation at the intersection of AI, agreements, and trust.

She also hosts the In-House podcast, where she interviews legal leaders about influence, career pivots, and building a meaningful in-house career.

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 
If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here: 

]]> “Trust is fundamentally about you do what you say you’ll do.” - Jessica Nguyen

How do you get 2,200+ legal professionals to show up for a contracts webinar?

In this episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast for People, Jessica Nguyen, Deputy General Counsel of AI Innovation & Trust at DocuSign and Head of Contract Nerds, joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to pull back the curtain on why most law firm marketing completely misses the mark, how DocuSign is using AI to build deeper trust with its clients, and the one outside law firm that truly stood out to her, and what one lawyer did that was different from every other law firm competing for attention.

From building one of the most engaged contracts communities in legal to helping shape AI strategy inside a global tech company, Jessica shares what actually creates momentum, and what kills it.

In this episode, you’ll hear directly from a Deputy General Counsel about:

  • Why Contract Nerds consistently attracts thousands of lawyers and what lessons you can apply to your next webinar
  • How community becomes a long-term growth engine — not just a mailing list
  • What in-house counsel actually look for when hiring outside counsel 
  • The positioning shifts that make lawyers stand out instead of blend in
  • The CLE mistakes all law firms make and how to change it
  • Why legal services feel commoditized and how to break that cycle
  • How AI can 10x your legal productivity without replacing your judgment
  • Why consistent execution, not just branding is what builds real client trust
  • The role gratitude plays in sustaining a long-term legal career


This conversation is for lawyers who want a clearer understanding on how to attract the right clients—without chasing, posturing, or relying on generic marketing tactics.

About Jessica Nguyen:

Jessica Nguyen is Deputy General Counsel of AI Innovation & Trust at DocuSign and Head of Contract Nerds, a global community serving thousands of contracts and legal professionals. A seasoned in-house leader and former Chief Legal Officer, Jessica focuses on customer-centric innovation at the intersection of AI, agreements, and trust.

She also hosts the In-House podcast, where she interviews legal leaders about influence, career pivots, and building a meaningful in-house career.

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 
If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here: 

]]> Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2219 “Trust is fundamentally about you do what you say you’ll do.” - Jessica Nguyen

How do you get 2,200+ legal professionals to show up for a contracts webinar?

In this episode of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast for People, Jessica Nguyen, Deputy General Counsel of AI Innovation & Trust at DocuSign and Head of Contract Nerds, joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to pull back the curtain on why most law firm marketing completely misses the mark, how DocuSign is using AI to build deeper trust with its clients, and the one outside law firm that truly stood out to her, and what one lawyer did that was different from every other law firm competing for attention.

From building one of the most engaged contracts communities in legal to helping shape AI strategy inside a global tech company, Jessica shares what actually creates momentum, and what kills it.

In this episode, you’ll hear directly from a Deputy General Counsel about:

  • Why Contract Nerds consistently attracts thousands of lawyers and what lessons you can apply to your next webinar
  • How community becomes a long-term growth engine — not just a mailing list
  • What in-house counsel actually look for when hiring outside counsel 
  • The positioning shifts that make lawyers stand out instead of blend in
  • The CLE mistakes all law firms make and how to change it
  • Why legal services feel commoditized and how to break that cycle
  • How AI can 10x your legal productivity without replacing your judgment
  • Why consistent execution, not just branding is what builds real client trust
  • The role gratitude plays in sustaining a long-term legal career


This conversation is for lawyers who want a clearer understanding on how to attract the right clients—without chasing, posturing, or relying on generic marketing tactics.

About Jessica Nguyen:

Jessica Nguyen is Deputy General Counsel of AI Innovation & Trust at DocuSign and Head of Contract Nerds, a global community serving thousands of contracts and legal professionals. A seasoned in-house leader and former Chief Legal Officer, Jessica focuses on customer-centric innovation at the intersection of AI, agreements, and trust.

She also hosts the In-House podcast, where she interviews legal leaders about influence, career pivots, and building a meaningful in-house career.

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 
If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here: 

]]> business development, lawyers, legal, docusign, jessica nguyen, contract nerds, in-house counsel No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese What Success Actually Looks Like (It’s Not What You Think) Minis with Megan 35 35 What Success Actually Looks Like (It’s Not What You Think) Minis with Megan full bea8a029-820b-4d4c-8a84-073e036ad4e6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dc28b570 What does it take to be successful? 

As stage closes out its third year in business, Megan Senese reflects on what has actually fueled growth, and it might not be what you think. In this mini episode, she shares why showing up consistently, a little bit every day, is what compounds into real business development and sustainable success.

Who this episode is for:

  • Lawyers building their book of business
  • Founders navigating early years of entrepreneurship
  • Professionals frustrated by not being the “strategy” or “influencer” type
  • Anyone questioning whether steady effort really matters


Episode takeaways:

  • Why discipline might be your most underrated strength
  • How consistency compounds over time in business development
  • The power of oscillating between thinking and doing
  • Why there is no single “best practice” for building a book of business
  • How steady, stubborn consistency outlasts quick wins


Business development tips from this episode: 

  • Discipline beats flash: Long-term growth comes from consistent effort, not one viral moment
  • Thinking alone isn’t enough: Someone still has to do the doing
  • Small daily actions compound: Business development is built little by little
  • Consistency builds credibility: Especially when no one is watching
  • There is no one-size-fits-all formula: The best approach is the one you’ll actually sustain


If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here. 


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> What does it take to be successful? 

As stage closes out its third year in business, Megan Senese reflects on what has actually fueled growth, and it might not be what you think. In this mini episode, she shares why showing up consistently, a little bit every day, is what compounds into real business development and sustainable success.

Who this episode is for:

  • Lawyers building their book of business
  • Founders navigating early years of entrepreneurship
  • Professionals frustrated by not being the “strategy” or “influencer” type
  • Anyone questioning whether steady effort really matters


Episode takeaways:

  • Why discipline might be your most underrated strength
  • How consistency compounds over time in business development
  • The power of oscillating between thinking and doing
  • Why there is no single “best practice” for building a book of business
  • How steady, stubborn consistency outlasts quick wins


Business development tips from this episode: 

  • Discipline beats flash: Long-term growth comes from consistent effort, not one viral moment
  • Thinking alone isn’t enough: Someone still has to do the doing
  • Small daily actions compound: Business development is built little by little
  • Consistency builds credibility: Especially when no one is watching
  • There is no one-size-fits-all formula: The best approach is the one you’ll actually sustain


If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here. 


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 279 What does it take to be successful? 

As stage closes out its third year in business, Megan Senese reflects on what has actually fueled growth, and it might not be what you think. In this mini episode, she shares why showing up consistently, a little bit every day, is what compounds into real business development and sustainable success.

Who this episode is for:

  • Lawyers building their book of business
  • Founders navigating early years of entrepreneurship
  • Professionals frustrated by not being the “strategy” or “influencer” type
  • Anyone questioning whether steady effort really matters


Episode takeaways:

  • Why discipline might be your most underrated strength
  • How consistency compounds over time in business development
  • The power of oscillating between thinking and doing
  • Why there is no single “best practice” for building a book of business
  • How steady, stubborn consistency outlasts quick wins


Business development tips from this episode: 

  • Discipline beats flash: Long-term growth comes from consistent effort, not one viral moment
  • Thinking alone isn’t enough: Someone still has to do the doing
  • Small daily actions compound: Business development is built little by little
  • Consistency builds credibility: Especially when no one is watching
  • There is no one-size-fits-all formula: The best approach is the one you’ll actually sustain


If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here. 


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Want to Know How to Help Minneapolis? On the Ground with Civil Defense Attorney, Cari Brunkow 34 34 Want to Know How to Help Minneapolis? On the Ground with Civil Defense Attorney, Cari Brunkow full 05d5d8fc-d308-40ea-908d-5b33839152ef https://share.transistor.fm/s/4c68a2b5 **Note: Before you listen**

This episode contains discussions of disturbing events that have taken place in Minnesota. Please take care while listening.

“Shouldn't we as a society really be taking a step back and dissecting this hate, and realize that it is shameful and embarrassing?...Right now, you guys might be interviewing me about what's happening in Minneapolis. I hope nobody is ever interviewing you about what is happening in your neighborhoods.” - Cari Brunkow

What happens when the national headlines are in your neighborhood?

In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with Cari Brunkow, founder and counsel of Lotus Legal, a Minneapolis-based criminal defense and civil rights attorney who is living, and lawyering, in the middle of escalating ICE activity and community unrest.

Cari shares what it feels like to launch a human-centered law practice, and watch violence unfold in her own city just days later. She speaks candidly about fear, grief, anger, and hope, and about what it means to show up as a lawyer, a mother, and a community member when the fight feels personal.

This is not a neat conversation. There are no easy answers. But there is honesty, proximity, and a reminder that we are not alone and we can all do something.

You’ll hear about:

  • Why Cari named her firm Lotus Legal, and what the lotus symbolizes in criminal defense and civil rights work
  • What she’s seeing firsthand in Minneapolis, and how it differs from national narratives
  • The emotional toll of witnessing violence in your own community
  • What it means to “get proximate” even if you don’t live in Minnesota
  • Practical ways to support affected communities
  • Why speaking up makes all of us safer


About Cari Brunkow:


Cari Brunkow is the founder and counsel of Lotus Legal, a Minneapolis-based criminal defense and civil rights firm. With more than a decade of experience representing individuals in law enforcement brutality cases and protecting constitutional rights, Cari launched her solo practice in 2025 to align her legal work fully with her values. She is a mother, a community advocate, and a fierce believer in proximity, truth, and collective courage.


Ways You Can Get Involved:


Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> **Note: Before you listen**

This episode contains discussions of disturbing events that have taken place in Minnesota. Please take care while listening.

“Shouldn't we as a society really be taking a step back and dissecting this hate, and realize that it is shameful and embarrassing?...Right now, you guys might be interviewing me about what's happening in Minneapolis. I hope nobody is ever interviewing you about what is happening in your neighborhoods.” - Cari Brunkow

What happens when the national headlines are in your neighborhood?

In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with Cari Brunkow, founder and counsel of Lotus Legal, a Minneapolis-based criminal defense and civil rights attorney who is living, and lawyering, in the middle of escalating ICE activity and community unrest.

Cari shares what it feels like to launch a human-centered law practice, and watch violence unfold in her own city just days later. She speaks candidly about fear, grief, anger, and hope, and about what it means to show up as a lawyer, a mother, and a community member when the fight feels personal.

This is not a neat conversation. There are no easy answers. But there is honesty, proximity, and a reminder that we are not alone and we can all do something.

You’ll hear about:

  • Why Cari named her firm Lotus Legal, and what the lotus symbolizes in criminal defense and civil rights work
  • What she’s seeing firsthand in Minneapolis, and how it differs from national narratives
  • The emotional toll of witnessing violence in your own community
  • What it means to “get proximate” even if you don’t live in Minnesota
  • Practical ways to support affected communities
  • Why speaking up makes all of us safer


About Cari Brunkow:


Cari Brunkow is the founder and counsel of Lotus Legal, a Minneapolis-based criminal defense and civil rights firm. With more than a decade of experience representing individuals in law enforcement brutality cases and protecting constitutional rights, Cari launched her solo practice in 2025 to align her legal work fully with her values. She is a mother, a community advocate, and a fierce believer in proximity, truth, and collective courage.


Ways You Can Get Involved:


Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> Thu, 19 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2614 **Note: Before you listen**

This episode contains discussions of disturbing events that have taken place in Minnesota. Please take care while listening.

“Shouldn't we as a society really be taking a step back and dissecting this hate, and realize that it is shameful and embarrassing?...Right now, you guys might be interviewing me about what's happening in Minneapolis. I hope nobody is ever interviewing you about what is happening in your neighborhoods.” - Cari Brunkow

What happens when the national headlines are in your neighborhood?

In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with Cari Brunkow, founder and counsel of Lotus Legal, a Minneapolis-based criminal defense and civil rights attorney who is living, and lawyering, in the middle of escalating ICE activity and community unrest.

Cari shares what it feels like to launch a human-centered law practice, and watch violence unfold in her own city just days later. She speaks candidly about fear, grief, anger, and hope, and about what it means to show up as a lawyer, a mother, and a community member when the fight feels personal.

This is not a neat conversation. There are no easy answers. But there is honesty, proximity, and a reminder that we are not alone and we can all do something.

You’ll hear about:

  • Why Cari named her firm Lotus Legal, and what the lotus symbolizes in criminal defense and civil rights work
  • What she’s seeing firsthand in Minneapolis, and how it differs from national narratives
  • The emotional toll of witnessing violence in your own community
  • What it means to “get proximate” even if you don’t live in Minnesota
  • Practical ways to support affected communities
  • Why speaking up makes all of us safer


About Cari Brunkow:


Cari Brunkow is the founder and counsel of Lotus Legal, a Minneapolis-based criminal defense and civil rights firm. With more than a decade of experience representing individuals in law enforcement brutality cases and protecting constitutional rights, Cari launched her solo practice in 2025 to align her legal work fully with her values. She is a mother, a community advocate, and a fierce believer in proximity, truth, and collective courage.


Ways You Can Get Involved:


Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> megan senese, jennifer ramsey, cari brunkow, minneapolis, civil rights, lawyers, legal, attorneys, law, American legal system, ICE No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Knowing the Risks and Jumping Anyway: Why You Can't Be Prepared for Everything (Minis with Megan) 33 33 Knowing the Risks and Jumping Anyway: Why You Can't Be Prepared for Everything (Minis with Megan) full b0fb034f-08ff-4b98-8da8-168146c8ae31 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e0277c7b Even when a risk feels calculated, it’s still a risk. 

In this mini episode, Megan Senese shares a memorable story about skydiving on her 18th birthday, and how it became a lasting lesson about control, fear, and the moments in life when all you can do is jump.

Who this episode is for:

  • Anyone standing on the edge of a big decision
  • People trying to calculate every outcome before moving forward
  • Lawyers, professionals, and creatives facing uncertainty
  • Anyone who needs permission to act without guarantees


Episode takeaways:

  • Why even “well-planned” risks can spiral out of control
  • How trying to manage every variable can give a false sense of safety
  • What happens when circumstances force you to move forward anyway
  • Why action, not certainty, is often the turning point
  • A reminder that courage doesn’t always mean feeling calm


A different way to think about taking risks:

  • You can set all the criteria, and still lose control
  • Risk doesn’t disappear just because you planned for it
  • Fear doesn’t mean you’re doing the wrong thing
  • Sometimes there is no perfect moment or exit strategy


Stay Connected:

If you want a partner to share ideas with or to walk you through a big decision, we’re always here for you. Connect with us here. 


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> Even when a risk feels calculated, it’s still a risk. 

In this mini episode, Megan Senese shares a memorable story about skydiving on her 18th birthday, and how it became a lasting lesson about control, fear, and the moments in life when all you can do is jump.

Who this episode is for:

  • Anyone standing on the edge of a big decision
  • People trying to calculate every outcome before moving forward
  • Lawyers, professionals, and creatives facing uncertainty
  • Anyone who needs permission to act without guarantees


Episode takeaways:

  • Why even “well-planned” risks can spiral out of control
  • How trying to manage every variable can give a false sense of safety
  • What happens when circumstances force you to move forward anyway
  • Why action, not certainty, is often the turning point
  • A reminder that courage doesn’t always mean feeling calm


A different way to think about taking risks:

  • You can set all the criteria, and still lose control
  • Risk doesn’t disappear just because you planned for it
  • Fear doesn’t mean you’re doing the wrong thing
  • Sometimes there is no perfect moment or exit strategy


Stay Connected:

If you want a partner to share ideas with or to walk you through a big decision, we’re always here for you. Connect with us here. 


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 336 Even when a risk feels calculated, it’s still a risk. 

In this mini episode, Megan Senese shares a memorable story about skydiving on her 18th birthday, and how it became a lasting lesson about control, fear, and the moments in life when all you can do is jump.

Who this episode is for:

  • Anyone standing on the edge of a big decision
  • People trying to calculate every outcome before moving forward
  • Lawyers, professionals, and creatives facing uncertainty
  • Anyone who needs permission to act without guarantees


Episode takeaways:

  • Why even “well-planned” risks can spiral out of control
  • How trying to manage every variable can give a false sense of safety
  • What happens when circumstances force you to move forward anyway
  • Why action, not certainty, is often the turning point
  • A reminder that courage doesn’t always mean feeling calm


A different way to think about taking risks:

  • You can set all the criteria, and still lose control
  • Risk doesn’t disappear just because you planned for it
  • Fear doesn’t mean you’re doing the wrong thing
  • Sometimes there is no perfect moment or exit strategy


Stay Connected:

If you want a partner to share ideas with or to walk you through a big decision, we’re always here for you. Connect with us here. 


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Masking Made Me Successful and Also Burned Me Out (with lawyer Sarah Ennor, Founder of Growth Counsel, ADHD Pathfinder) 32 32 Masking Made Me Successful and Also Burned Me Out (with lawyer Sarah Ennor, Founder of Growth Counsel, ADHD Pathfinder) full 7384a542-9067-4aef-bc3d-c9663155e556 https://share.transistor.fm/s/405c083d “I realized the reason I was so passionate about authenticity was because I hadn't had the opportunity to be that way myself in these corporate roles.” - Sarah Ennor

What does it take to be a different kind of leader in legal?

Sarah Ennor, Founder of Growth Counsel, is a former firm lawyer, and in-house counsel and compliance for big-bank asset managers, she felt the pressure to “fit in.” After receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult, she is on a mission to bring simple inclusion strategies to life through relatable stories. Culture, morale, and financial results improve when we marry revenue to respect, coach with curiosity, and begin to banish bias.
 
Sarah joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to talk about what happens when you stop chasing credibility through control, and start building it through presence, curiosity, and trust.

You’ll hear about:

  • What Sarah wishes more legal leaders understood about team dynamics
  • The invisible weight of credibility, and how she learned to set it down
  • Why coaching helped her rewire how she showed up in the room
  • Her take on legal ops, burnout, and building trust in high-pressure roles
  • What makes a workplace feel safe (hint: it’s not perfection)


About Sarah Ennor:

Sarah Ennor is on a mission to make ADHD human. She works with law firms and organizations to make ADHD human and profitable through workshops and presentations to support their talent.

Learn More:


This episode #32 of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People is accredited for 35 minutes of EDI Professionalism hours for lawyers in Ontario!

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Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> “I realized the reason I was so passionate about authenticity was because I hadn't had the opportunity to be that way myself in these corporate roles.” - Sarah Ennor

What does it take to be a different kind of leader in legal?

Sarah Ennor, Founder of Growth Counsel, is a former firm lawyer, and in-house counsel and compliance for big-bank asset managers, she felt the pressure to “fit in.” After receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult, she is on a mission to bring simple inclusion strategies to life through relatable stories. Culture, morale, and financial results improve when we marry revenue to respect, coach with curiosity, and begin to banish bias.
 
Sarah joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to talk about what happens when you stop chasing credibility through control, and start building it through presence, curiosity, and trust.

You’ll hear about:

  • What Sarah wishes more legal leaders understood about team dynamics
  • The invisible weight of credibility, and how she learned to set it down
  • Why coaching helped her rewire how she showed up in the room
  • Her take on legal ops, burnout, and building trust in high-pressure roles
  • What makes a workplace feel safe (hint: it’s not perfection)


About Sarah Ennor:

Sarah Ennor is on a mission to make ADHD human. She works with law firms and organizations to make ADHD human and profitable through workshops and presentations to support their talent.

Learn More:


This episode #32 of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People is accredited for 35 minutes of EDI Professionalism hours for lawyers in Ontario!

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2242 “I realized the reason I was so passionate about authenticity was because I hadn't had the opportunity to be that way myself in these corporate roles.” - Sarah Ennor

What does it take to be a different kind of leader in legal?

Sarah Ennor, Founder of Growth Counsel, is a former firm lawyer, and in-house counsel and compliance for big-bank asset managers, she felt the pressure to “fit in.” After receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult, she is on a mission to bring simple inclusion strategies to life through relatable stories. Culture, morale, and financial results improve when we marry revenue to respect, coach with curiosity, and begin to banish bias.
 
Sarah joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to talk about what happens when you stop chasing credibility through control, and start building it through presence, curiosity, and trust.

You’ll hear about:

  • What Sarah wishes more legal leaders understood about team dynamics
  • The invisible weight of credibility, and how she learned to set it down
  • Why coaching helped her rewire how she showed up in the room
  • Her take on legal ops, burnout, and building trust in high-pressure roles
  • What makes a workplace feel safe (hint: it’s not perfection)


About Sarah Ennor:

Sarah Ennor is on a mission to make ADHD human. She works with law firms and organizations to make ADHD human and profitable through workshops and presentations to support their talent.

Learn More:


This episode #32 of So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People is accredited for 35 minutes of EDI Professionalism hours for lawyers in Ontario!

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> business development, adhd, sarah ennor, learning disabilities, burn out, lawyers, legal, megan senese, jennifer ramsey No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Overwhelmed? Here’s Small Things You Can Do (Minis with Megan) 31 31 Overwhelmed? Here’s Small Things You Can Do (Minis with Megan) full 2cab013a-ea6e-42a0-aa71-e00d4882fce7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/56ecc8e1 When the news is overwhelming, and the world feels like it’s on fire, it’s easy to feel powerless. 

In this mini episode, Megan Senese shares a deeply human check-in about why relationships matter, how small actions can help us regain a sense of agency, and why resilience, not “self-care”, is what we need most right now.

Who this episode is for:

  • Anyone feeling overwhelmed 
  • Lawyers and professionals struggling to show up “as usual” when things aren’t normal
  • People craving connection, grounding, and reassurance that they’re not alone


Episode takeaways

  • How stage defines relationships as people, not transactions, optics, or metrics
  • How talking it out with someone you trust can shift how you show up at work and in life
  • Why one small action can interrupt feelings of helplessness
  • How resilience looks different for everyone, and doesn’t require perfection
  • A reminder that you don’t have to measure your response against anyone else’s


What you can do right now:

  • Start with one small action: Movement helps break the feeling of being stuck
  • Practice resilience, not perfection: Rest, pause, and refill your cup when needed
  • Protect your nervous system: Set boundaries around news, screens, and noise
  • Lean into community: Connection is a form of care and resistance
  • Engage in ways that feel aligned: Donating, volunteering, pro bono work, or reaching out


Learn More:


Stay Connected:

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, know this: you’re not alone.

If you need an ear, a place to land, or someone to remind you that small things matter, we’re here. Always.


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> When the news is overwhelming, and the world feels like it’s on fire, it’s easy to feel powerless. 

In this mini episode, Megan Senese shares a deeply human check-in about why relationships matter, how small actions can help us regain a sense of agency, and why resilience, not “self-care”, is what we need most right now.

Who this episode is for:

  • Anyone feeling overwhelmed 
  • Lawyers and professionals struggling to show up “as usual” when things aren’t normal
  • People craving connection, grounding, and reassurance that they’re not alone


Episode takeaways

  • How stage defines relationships as people, not transactions, optics, or metrics
  • How talking it out with someone you trust can shift how you show up at work and in life
  • Why one small action can interrupt feelings of helplessness
  • How resilience looks different for everyone, and doesn’t require perfection
  • A reminder that you don’t have to measure your response against anyone else’s


What you can do right now:

  • Start with one small action: Movement helps break the feeling of being stuck
  • Practice resilience, not perfection: Rest, pause, and refill your cup when needed
  • Protect your nervous system: Set boundaries around news, screens, and noise
  • Lean into community: Connection is a form of care and resistance
  • Engage in ways that feel aligned: Donating, volunteering, pro bono work, or reaching out


Learn More:


Stay Connected:

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, know this: you’re not alone.

If you need an ear, a place to land, or someone to remind you that small things matter, we’re here. Always.


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> Thu, 29 Jan 2026 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 363 When the news is overwhelming, and the world feels like it’s on fire, it’s easy to feel powerless. 

In this mini episode, Megan Senese shares a deeply human check-in about why relationships matter, how small actions can help us regain a sense of agency, and why resilience, not “self-care”, is what we need most right now.

Who this episode is for:

  • Anyone feeling overwhelmed 
  • Lawyers and professionals struggling to show up “as usual” when things aren’t normal
  • People craving connection, grounding, and reassurance that they’re not alone


Episode takeaways

  • How stage defines relationships as people, not transactions, optics, or metrics
  • How talking it out with someone you trust can shift how you show up at work and in life
  • Why one small action can interrupt feelings of helplessness
  • How resilience looks different for everyone, and doesn’t require perfection
  • A reminder that you don’t have to measure your response against anyone else’s


What you can do right now:

  • Start with one small action: Movement helps break the feeling of being stuck
  • Practice resilience, not perfection: Rest, pause, and refill your cup when needed
  • Protect your nervous system: Set boundaries around news, screens, and noise
  • Lean into community: Connection is a form of care and resistance
  • Engage in ways that feel aligned: Donating, volunteering, pro bono work, or reaching out


Learn More:


Stay Connected:

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, know this: you’re not alone.

If you need an ear, a place to land, or someone to remind you that small things matter, we’re here. Always.


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese You Just Made Law Firm Partner, Now What? (Minis with Megan) 30 30 You Just Made Law Firm Partner, Now What? (Minis with Megan) full 682150ca-8c01-4a61-9c2d-6f86d870831f https://share.transistor.fm/s/78473af5 You made law firm partner, congratulations! But once the title settles in, many new partners ask the same question: now what? In this mini episode, Megan Senese walks through practical, people-first steps to help new law firm partners transition from employee to owner and start building real autonomy inside their firm.

Who this episode is for:

  • Newly promoted law firm partners
  • Senior associates preparing for partnership
  • Lawyers navigating the shift from biller to business builder


Episode takeaways:

  • Why becoming a partner doesn’t magically change your day-to-day, and what should
  • How gratitude and relationship-building set the tone for your first year
  • The right way to tell people you’ve made partner
  • Why understanding how you get paid matters more than you think
  • How to start building a portable book of business early


What to do after you’ve made partner:

  • Pause and acknowledge the milestone: Take a moment to recognize the work it took to get here.
  • Thank the people who helped you: Mentors, colleagues, and clients who supported your path.
  • Let people know about it - intentionally! Share the news by asking how you can support them.
  • Understand how your compensation works: Know where your income will come from and how origination is measured.
  • Start building your own book of business: Focus on long-term autonomy, flexibility, and ownership.


Learn More:


Stay Connected:

Have questions about navigating your first year as a partner? We’re always happy to talk through strategy, structure, and next steps.

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> You made law firm partner, congratulations! But once the title settles in, many new partners ask the same question: now what? In this mini episode, Megan Senese walks through practical, people-first steps to help new law firm partners transition from employee to owner and start building real autonomy inside their firm.

Who this episode is for:

  • Newly promoted law firm partners
  • Senior associates preparing for partnership
  • Lawyers navigating the shift from biller to business builder


Episode takeaways:

  • Why becoming a partner doesn’t magically change your day-to-day, and what should
  • How gratitude and relationship-building set the tone for your first year
  • The right way to tell people you’ve made partner
  • Why understanding how you get paid matters more than you think
  • How to start building a portable book of business early


What to do after you’ve made partner:

  • Pause and acknowledge the milestone: Take a moment to recognize the work it took to get here.
  • Thank the people who helped you: Mentors, colleagues, and clients who supported your path.
  • Let people know about it - intentionally! Share the news by asking how you can support them.
  • Understand how your compensation works: Know where your income will come from and how origination is measured.
  • Start building your own book of business: Focus on long-term autonomy, flexibility, and ownership.


Learn More:


Stay Connected:

Have questions about navigating your first year as a partner? We’re always happy to talk through strategy, structure, and next steps.

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 260 You made law firm partner, congratulations! But once the title settles in, many new partners ask the same question: now what? In this mini episode, Megan Senese walks through practical, people-first steps to help new law firm partners transition from employee to owner and start building real autonomy inside their firm.

Who this episode is for:

  • Newly promoted law firm partners
  • Senior associates preparing for partnership
  • Lawyers navigating the shift from biller to business builder


Episode takeaways:

  • Why becoming a partner doesn’t magically change your day-to-day, and what should
  • How gratitude and relationship-building set the tone for your first year
  • The right way to tell people you’ve made partner
  • Why understanding how you get paid matters more than you think
  • How to start building a portable book of business early


What to do after you’ve made partner:

  • Pause and acknowledge the milestone: Take a moment to recognize the work it took to get here.
  • Thank the people who helped you: Mentors, colleagues, and clients who supported your path.
  • Let people know about it - intentionally! Share the news by asking how you can support them.
  • Understand how your compensation works: Know where your income will come from and how origination is measured.
  • Start building your own book of business: Focus on long-term autonomy, flexibility, and ownership.


Learn More:


Stay Connected:

Have questions about navigating your first year as a partner? We’re always happy to talk through strategy, structure, and next steps.

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese What Happens When the Rule of Law Is Put to the Test? (with law firm partner, Neel Chatterjee) 29 29 What Happens When the Rule of Law Is Put to the Test? (with law firm partner, Neel Chatterjee) full 0045fc3f-e41e-4e32-a3d8-0466a270a6d6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4b91f7ed “If you're going to say lawyers can’t enter a courtroom because they’ve represented people in unpopular causes, then the rule of law falls apart.” - Neel Chatterjee

What happens when lawyers speak up, not just in court, but in defense of the rule of law itself?

In this powerful conversation, Neel Chatterjee joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to share the story behind Law Firm Partners United (LFPU): a grassroots movement that began with a single LinkedIn post and grew into a coalition of over 800 Big Law partners. Formed in response to executive overreach threatening the right to counsel, LFPU became a rare and urgent example of professional solidarity in action.

Neel opens up about the risks, the unexpected momentum, and why being a lawyer has never felt more meaningful. From his Attorney of the Year speech to organizing public amicus briefs, this is a conversation about courage, citizenship, and how even the most traditional institutions can change when people choose to act.

You’ll hear about:

  • Why Neel started LFPU, and how it grew almost overnight
  • The real risks Big Law partners faced when speaking out
  • The constitutional stakes of recent executive orders
  • How amicus briefs and town halls turned into tools of change
  • What gives Neel hope about the future of the legal profession

About Neel Chatterjee:
Neel Chatterjee is a partner at King & Spalding and a nationally recognized technology litigator. He’s the founder of Law Firm Partners United, a coalition of 800+ Big Law partners defending the rule of law in response to executive overreach. His leadership earned him The American Lawyer’s 2025 Attorney of the Year award and national recognition for legal activism.

Learn More:

This episode is brought to you by: ICVM Hawk

ICVM Hawk is a digital marketing and AI solutions consultancy that helps law firms build stronger brands and future-ready marketing systems.

They specialize in data-backed brand strategy, web design and development, SEO and AI-optimized content, and an AI-enabled marketing system designed to improve visibility, credibility, and long-term growth. ICVM Hawk's solutions help law firms and legal marketing teams scale without losing the trust that matters most.

Visit icvmhawk.com to learn how your firm can benefit. 

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> “If you're going to say lawyers can’t enter a courtroom because they’ve represented people in unpopular causes, then the rule of law falls apart.” - Neel Chatterjee

What happens when lawyers speak up, not just in court, but in defense of the rule of law itself?

In this powerful conversation, Neel Chatterjee joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to share the story behind Law Firm Partners United (LFPU): a grassroots movement that began with a single LinkedIn post and grew into a coalition of over 800 Big Law partners. Formed in response to executive overreach threatening the right to counsel, LFPU became a rare and urgent example of professional solidarity in action.

Neel opens up about the risks, the unexpected momentum, and why being a lawyer has never felt more meaningful. From his Attorney of the Year speech to organizing public amicus briefs, this is a conversation about courage, citizenship, and how even the most traditional institutions can change when people choose to act.

You’ll hear about:

  • Why Neel started LFPU, and how it grew almost overnight
  • The real risks Big Law partners faced when speaking out
  • The constitutional stakes of recent executive orders
  • How amicus briefs and town halls turned into tools of change
  • What gives Neel hope about the future of the legal profession

About Neel Chatterjee:
Neel Chatterjee is a partner at King & Spalding and a nationally recognized technology litigator. He’s the founder of Law Firm Partners United, a coalition of 800+ Big Law partners defending the rule of law in response to executive overreach. His leadership earned him The American Lawyer’s 2025 Attorney of the Year award and national recognition for legal activism.

Learn More:

This episode is brought to you by: ICVM Hawk

ICVM Hawk is a digital marketing and AI solutions consultancy that helps law firms build stronger brands and future-ready marketing systems.

They specialize in data-backed brand strategy, web design and development, SEO and AI-optimized content, and an AI-enabled marketing system designed to improve visibility, credibility, and long-term growth. ICVM Hawk's solutions help law firms and legal marketing teams scale without losing the trust that matters most.

Visit icvmhawk.com to learn how your firm can benefit. 

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> Thu, 15 Jan 2026 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2081 “If you're going to say lawyers can’t enter a courtroom because they’ve represented people in unpopular causes, then the rule of law falls apart.” - Neel Chatterjee

What happens when lawyers speak up, not just in court, but in defense of the rule of law itself?

In this powerful conversation, Neel Chatterjee joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to share the story behind Law Firm Partners United (LFPU): a grassroots movement that began with a single LinkedIn post and grew into a coalition of over 800 Big Law partners. Formed in response to executive overreach threatening the right to counsel, LFPU became a rare and urgent example of professional solidarity in action.

Neel opens up about the risks, the unexpected momentum, and why being a lawyer has never felt more meaningful. From his Attorney of the Year speech to organizing public amicus briefs, this is a conversation about courage, citizenship, and how even the most traditional institutions can change when people choose to act.

You’ll hear about:

  • Why Neel started LFPU, and how it grew almost overnight
  • The real risks Big Law partners faced when speaking out
  • The constitutional stakes of recent executive orders
  • How amicus briefs and town halls turned into tools of change
  • What gives Neel hope about the future of the legal profession

About Neel Chatterjee:
Neel Chatterjee is a partner at King & Spalding and a nationally recognized technology litigator. He’s the founder of Law Firm Partners United, a coalition of 800+ Big Law partners defending the rule of law in response to executive overreach. His leadership earned him The American Lawyer’s 2025 Attorney of the Year award and national recognition for legal activism.

Learn More:

This episode is brought to you by: ICVM Hawk

ICVM Hawk is a digital marketing and AI solutions consultancy that helps law firms build stronger brands and future-ready marketing systems.

They specialize in data-backed brand strategy, web design and development, SEO and AI-optimized content, and an AI-enabled marketing system designed to improve visibility, credibility, and long-term growth. ICVM Hawk's solutions help law firms and legal marketing teams scale without losing the trust that matters most.

Visit icvmhawk.com to learn how your firm can benefit. 

Stay Connected:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> business development, legal, lawyers, attorneys, neel chatterjee, attorney of the year, legal industry, rule of law No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese [Encore] Chasing Titles, Missing Joy: Redefining Success (with New Happy Founder, Stephanie Harrison) 28 28 [Encore] Chasing Titles, Missing Joy: Redefining Success (with New Happy Founder, Stephanie Harrison) full c0abb5c6-f548-433d-840c-fec7b98bca09 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7195acd9 For the holidays, we're sharing a couple of our favorite episodes from the year.

Enjoy this encore conversation with Stephanie Harrison!

Stephanie Harrison is a bestselling author, podcast host, and founder of The New Happy, a movement grounded in the art and science of well-being. Stephanie holds a master’s in positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, formerly led learning at Thrive Global, and her work now reaches millions through her podcast, newsletter, and widely shared visual art.

Stephanie shares her journey from burnout to breakthrough, and why everything changed when she stopped chasing external validation and started redefining happiness on her own terms. She unpacks the difference between “Old Happy” and "New Happy".

Stay tuned until the end for a special treat from Stephanie.

Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!


Music Credits:
Track: Follow Your Heart
Artist: Neil Cross
License type: Music Standard
Source: Envato Market
License Info: https://audiojungle.net/item/follow-your-heart/7195577

]]> For the holidays, we're sharing a couple of our favorite episodes from the year.

Enjoy this encore conversation with Stephanie Harrison!

Stephanie Harrison is a bestselling author, podcast host, and founder of The New Happy, a movement grounded in the art and science of well-being. Stephanie holds a master’s in positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, formerly led learning at Thrive Global, and her work now reaches millions through her podcast, newsletter, and widely shared visual art.

Stephanie shares her journey from burnout to breakthrough, and why everything changed when she stopped chasing external validation and started redefining happiness on her own terms. She unpacks the difference between “Old Happy” and "New Happy".

Stay tuned until the end for a special treat from Stephanie.

Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!


Music Credits:
Track: Follow Your Heart
Artist: Neil Cross
License type: Music Standard
Source: Envato Market
License Info: https://audiojungle.net/item/follow-your-heart/7195577

]]> Thu, 01 Jan 2026 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 1359 For the holidays, we're sharing a couple of our favorite episodes from the year.

Enjoy this encore conversation with Stephanie Harrison!

Stephanie Harrison is a bestselling author, podcast host, and founder of The New Happy, a movement grounded in the art and science of well-being. Stephanie holds a master’s in positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, formerly led learning at Thrive Global, and her work now reaches millions through her podcast, newsletter, and widely shared visual art.

Stephanie shares her journey from burnout to breakthrough, and why everything changed when she stopped chasing external validation and started redefining happiness on her own terms. She unpacks the difference between “Old Happy” and "New Happy".

Stay tuned until the end for a special treat from Stephanie.

Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!


Music Credits:
Track: Follow Your Heart
Artist: Neil Cross
License type: Music Standard
Source: Envato Market
License Info: https://audiojungle.net/item/follow-your-heart/7195577

]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese [Encore] The Go-Giver Way (with Author, Bob Burg) 27 27 [Encore] The Go-Giver Way (with Author, Bob Burg) full 8a6e1146-495f-4bec-9658-7b57f8006509 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4e0b8538 For the holidays, we're sharing a couple of our favorite episodes from the year. 

Enjoy this encore conversation with Bob Burg!

Bob Burg is the storyteller, with co-author John David Mann, behind The Go-Giver, a Wall Street Journal, and BusinessWeek bestseller that has sold over a million copies. Bob is a former TV personality and top-producing salesperson. He speaks with corporations, organizations, and at sales and leadership conferences worldwide on topics central to The Go-Giver. And if you weren’t aware, there is an entire Go-Giver series that includes Go-Givers Sell More, The Go-Giver Leader and The Go-Giver Influencer. He is also author of Adversaries into Allies and Endless Referrals. In his personal time, Bob is an unapologetic animal lover and serves as part of a South Florida rescue, foster, and adoption organization.


Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> For the holidays, we're sharing a couple of our favorite episodes from the year. 

Enjoy this encore conversation with Bob Burg!

Bob Burg is the storyteller, with co-author John David Mann, behind The Go-Giver, a Wall Street Journal, and BusinessWeek bestseller that has sold over a million copies. Bob is a former TV personality and top-producing salesperson. He speaks with corporations, organizations, and at sales and leadership conferences worldwide on topics central to The Go-Giver. And if you weren’t aware, there is an entire Go-Giver series that includes Go-Givers Sell More, The Go-Giver Leader and The Go-Giver Influencer. He is also author of Adversaries into Allies and Endless Referrals. In his personal time, Bob is an unapologetic animal lover and serves as part of a South Florida rescue, foster, and adoption organization.


Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> Thu, 25 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 1529 For the holidays, we're sharing a couple of our favorite episodes from the year. 

Enjoy this encore conversation with Bob Burg!

Bob Burg is the storyteller, with co-author John David Mann, behind The Go-Giver, a Wall Street Journal, and BusinessWeek bestseller that has sold over a million copies. Bob is a former TV personality and top-producing salesperson. He speaks with corporations, organizations, and at sales and leadership conferences worldwide on topics central to The Go-Giver. And if you weren’t aware, there is an entire Go-Giver series that includes Go-Givers Sell More, The Go-Giver Leader and The Go-Giver Influencer. He is also author of Adversaries into Allies and Endless Referrals. In his personal time, Bob is an unapologetic animal lover and serves as part of a South Florida rescue, foster, and adoption organization.


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Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Do People Love Their Lawyers? This Founder is on a Mission to Make It a Yes! (with Brian Scherer) 26 26 Do People Love Their Lawyers? This Founder is on a Mission to Make It a Yes! (with Brian Scherer) full 24dc0e82-16d2-46ce-8b07-444771288962 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9b22e480 What do you do when the traditional legal world no longer fits, but you still love practicing law?

For Brian Scherer, the answer was to build something new: HeyCounsel, a legal tech platform turned thriving community for solo and small-firm lawyers. In this thoughtful and often funny conversation, Brian joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to talk about reinventing legal practice, one relationship at a time.

What started as a no-code marketplace turned into a vibrant, supportive community for solo and small-firm lawyers. Brian gets candid about what didn’t work, what surprised him most, and why relationships, NOT billable hours, are still the heartbeat of great legal work.

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]]> What do you do when the traditional legal world no longer fits, but you still love practicing law?

For Brian Scherer, the answer was to build something new: HeyCounsel, a legal tech platform turned thriving community for solo and small-firm lawyers. In this thoughtful and often funny conversation, Brian joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to talk about reinventing legal practice, one relationship at a time.

What started as a no-code marketplace turned into a vibrant, supportive community for solo and small-firm lawyers. Brian gets candid about what didn’t work, what surprised him most, and why relationships, NOT billable hours, are still the heartbeat of great legal work.

Learn more about our guest: 

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2016 What do you do when the traditional legal world no longer fits, but you still love practicing law?

For Brian Scherer, the answer was to build something new: HeyCounsel, a legal tech platform turned thriving community for solo and small-firm lawyers. In this thoughtful and often funny conversation, Brian joins Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey to talk about reinventing legal practice, one relationship at a time.

What started as a no-code marketplace turned into a vibrant, supportive community for solo and small-firm lawyers. Brian gets candid about what didn’t work, what surprised him most, and why relationships, NOT billable hours, are still the heartbeat of great legal work.

Learn more about our guest: 

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese When the Holidays Hurt: December May Not Be Wonderful for Everyone 25 25 When the Holidays Hurt: December May Not Be Wonderful for Everyone full 75a83e61-7d19-4190-81a7-1cd3473aaec0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7d832df1 December is often marketed as the most wonderful time of the year, but for many, it’s the hardest.

In this short episode, Megan Senese reflects on the complicated emotions that the holiday season can bring, especially for those navigating grief, anniversaries of loss, or simply a heaviness they can’t quite name.

This episode is a reminder that if December is difficult for you, you are not alone. And if it happens to be a good year for you? That’s okay too.

The throughline is this: none of us know what others are carrying, and offering more grace, patience, and humanity, at work and at home, can be the difference we all need.

Remember,
You’re not alone.
You don’t have to do this season alone.
You matter.
You are loved.
And you are important.

]]> December is often marketed as the most wonderful time of the year, but for many, it’s the hardest.

In this short episode, Megan Senese reflects on the complicated emotions that the holiday season can bring, especially for those navigating grief, anniversaries of loss, or simply a heaviness they can’t quite name.

This episode is a reminder that if December is difficult for you, you are not alone. And if it happens to be a good year for you? That’s okay too.

The throughline is this: none of us know what others are carrying, and offering more grace, patience, and humanity, at work and at home, can be the difference we all need.

Remember,
You’re not alone.
You don’t have to do this season alone.
You matter.
You are loved.
And you are important.

]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 245 December is often marketed as the most wonderful time of the year, but for many, it’s the hardest.

In this short episode, Megan Senese reflects on the complicated emotions that the holiday season can bring, especially for those navigating grief, anniversaries of loss, or simply a heaviness they can’t quite name.

This episode is a reminder that if December is difficult for you, you are not alone. And if it happens to be a good year for you? That’s okay too.

The throughline is this: none of us know what others are carrying, and offering more grace, patience, and humanity, at work and at home, can be the difference we all need.

Remember,
You’re not alone.
You don’t have to do this season alone.
You matter.
You are loved.
And you are important.

]]> holiday, holidays, christmas, grief, loss, hardship No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese What Happens When You Tell Your Story in Big Law: Healing, Resilience, and Overcoming Trauma (with Diana Lauritson) 24 24 What Happens When You Tell Your Story in Big Law: Healing, Resilience, and Overcoming Trauma (with Diana Lauritson) full 56b58df7-680c-438a-8f83-16695f42e962 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d14f1fda **Note: Before you listen**

This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, childhood abuse, homelessness, and related trauma. Please take care while listening.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, you can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788.

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In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Diana Lauritson, legal marketing leader, LMA board member, and a survivor with one hell of a story.

With raw honesty and unwavering courage, Diana opens up about her journey from a turbulent childhood and teenage homelessness to law school, leadership, and building a career in Big Law. She shares why she’s choosing to tell her story now, what it’s been like to post openly about trauma and healing on LinkedIn, and how she’s defining her brand on her own terms.

This episode is a powerful reminder that everyone brings a story to the table. Diana’s vulnerability is a gift, and her voice will stick with you long after the episode ends.


Learn more about our guest: 

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here. 

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]]> **Note: Before you listen**

This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, childhood abuse, homelessness, and related trauma. Please take care while listening.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, you can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788.

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In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Diana Lauritson, legal marketing leader, LMA board member, and a survivor with one hell of a story.

With raw honesty and unwavering courage, Diana opens up about her journey from a turbulent childhood and teenage homelessness to law school, leadership, and building a career in Big Law. She shares why she’s choosing to tell her story now, what it’s been like to post openly about trauma and healing on LinkedIn, and how she’s defining her brand on her own terms.

This episode is a powerful reminder that everyone brings a story to the table. Diana’s vulnerability is a gift, and her voice will stick with you long after the episode ends.


Learn more about our guest: 

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here. 

Learn more about stage

]]> Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2766 **Note: Before you listen**

This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, childhood abuse, homelessness, and related trauma. Please take care while listening.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, you can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788.

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In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Diana Lauritson, legal marketing leader, LMA board member, and a survivor with one hell of a story.

With raw honesty and unwavering courage, Diana opens up about her journey from a turbulent childhood and teenage homelessness to law school, leadership, and building a career in Big Law. She shares why she’s choosing to tell her story now, what it’s been like to post openly about trauma and healing on LinkedIn, and how she’s defining her brand on her own terms.

This episode is a powerful reminder that everyone brings a story to the table. Diana’s vulnerability is a gift, and her voice will stick with you long after the episode ends.


Learn more about our guest: 

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here. 

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]]> megan senese, jennifer ramsey, stage, business development, branding, diana lauritson, legal, lawyers, legal marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese The Power of Warmth in Law: The Hidden Skill Every Lawyer Needs (with Aneka Jiwaji) 23 23 The Power of Warmth in Law: The Hidden Skill Every Lawyer Needs (with Aneka Jiwaji) full 43bbb334-b0ba-4f34-9c15-bd4efc45f2dd https://share.transistor.fm/s/2f871ee9 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Aneka Jiwaji, commercial litigator, mental health advocate, unapologetic voice on LinkedIn, and co-founder of a custom fine jewelry business. Aneka brings her full self to the conversation and reminds us why that’s exactly the point.

With warmth, humor, and candor, Aneka shares what it means to succeed in legal on her terms, as a racialized lawyer, a mom, and a multidimensional human being. She opens up about finding her voice, navigating a “let them” era of life, and how she’s rewriting outdated definitions of what it means to be a “serious lawyer.”

Learn more about our guest: 

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If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here. 

]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Aneka Jiwaji, commercial litigator, mental health advocate, unapologetic voice on LinkedIn, and co-founder of a custom fine jewelry business. Aneka brings her full self to the conversation and reminds us why that’s exactly the point.

With warmth, humor, and candor, Aneka shares what it means to succeed in legal on her terms, as a racialized lawyer, a mom, and a multidimensional human being. She opens up about finding her voice, navigating a “let them” era of life, and how she’s rewriting outdated definitions of what it means to be a “serious lawyer.”

Learn more about our guest: 

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 


If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here. 

]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2052 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Aneka Jiwaji, commercial litigator, mental health advocate, unapologetic voice on LinkedIn, and co-founder of a custom fine jewelry business. Aneka brings her full self to the conversation and reminds us why that’s exactly the point.

With warmth, humor, and candor, Aneka shares what it means to succeed in legal on her terms, as a racialized lawyer, a mom, and a multidimensional human being. She opens up about finding her voice, navigating a “let them” era of life, and how she’s rewriting outdated definitions of what it means to be a “serious lawyer.”

Learn more about our guest: 

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 


If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here. 

]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Business Development is Relationship Development: Tips Every Lawyer Needs to Know 22 22 Business Development is Relationship Development: Tips Every Lawyer Needs to Know full 3a1067ae-1062-4cd6-a4f7-622498c61604 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2637ef7d This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey share an honest look at what business development really means and why it should start with people, not pressure.

Together, they unpack the realities of growing a book of business, navigating networking as introverts and extroverts, and rethinking the idea that there’s only one way to build relationships that lead to work. From big-law lessons to independent coaching insights, they share the approaches that actually work, and why “business development” is really just relationship development.

In this conversation, they cover:

  • Why the most successful business development starts with relationships, not revenue
  • How to build a strategy that feels authentic to you
  • Why “small talk” might just be curiosity in disguise
  • How to find motivation, spot your strengths, and do BD your own way

Ready to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey share an honest look at what business development really means and why it should start with people, not pressure.

Together, they unpack the realities of growing a book of business, navigating networking as introverts and extroverts, and rethinking the idea that there’s only one way to build relationships that lead to work. From big-law lessons to independent coaching insights, they share the approaches that actually work, and why “business development” is really just relationship development.

In this conversation, they cover:

  • Why the most successful business development starts with relationships, not revenue
  • How to build a strategy that feels authentic to you
  • Why “small talk” might just be curiosity in disguise
  • How to find motivation, spot your strengths, and do BD your own way

Ready to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> Thu, 06 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 1946 This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey share an honest look at what business development really means and why it should start with people, not pressure.

Together, they unpack the realities of growing a book of business, navigating networking as introverts and extroverts, and rethinking the idea that there’s only one way to build relationships that lead to work. From big-law lessons to independent coaching insights, they share the approaches that actually work, and why “business development” is really just relationship development.

In this conversation, they cover:

  • Why the most successful business development starts with relationships, not revenue
  • How to build a strategy that feels authentic to you
  • Why “small talk” might just be curiosity in disguise
  • How to find motivation, spot your strengths, and do BD your own way

Ready to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Wellbeing and The Law (with Big Law Partner, Emily Logan Stedman) 21 21 Wellbeing and The Law (with Big Law Partner, Emily Logan Stedman) full 313c8be9-b215-45c5-9ba2-78c3a32008a4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e8d8342e In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Emily Logan Stedman, litigation partner at Husch Blackwell, mental health advocate, and host of The Grace Period podcast. Emily opens up about her path through big law, her personal mental health journey, and what it means to practice law without losing your sense of self.

Through honest reflection and hard-fought wisdom, Emily shares how she went from quietly burning out as a mid-level associate to finding purpose in well-being, mentorship, and authenticity. They discuss how high-achievers often struggle in silence, how our identities get tangled up in titles, and what it looks like to pursue success on your own terms, not the ones handed to you.

Learn more about our guest: 

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Emily Logan Stedman, litigation partner at Husch Blackwell, mental health advocate, and host of The Grace Period podcast. Emily opens up about her path through big law, her personal mental health journey, and what it means to practice law without losing your sense of self.

Through honest reflection and hard-fought wisdom, Emily shares how she went from quietly burning out as a mid-level associate to finding purpose in well-being, mentorship, and authenticity. They discuss how high-achievers often struggle in silence, how our identities get tangled up in titles, and what it looks like to pursue success on your own terms, not the ones handed to you.

Learn more about our guest: 

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2090 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Emily Logan Stedman, litigation partner at Husch Blackwell, mental health advocate, and host of The Grace Period podcast. Emily opens up about her path through big law, her personal mental health journey, and what it means to practice law without losing your sense of self.

Through honest reflection and hard-fought wisdom, Emily shares how she went from quietly burning out as a mid-level associate to finding purpose in well-being, mentorship, and authenticity. They discuss how high-achievers often struggle in silence, how our identities get tangled up in titles, and what it looks like to pursue success on your own terms, not the ones handed to you.

Learn more about our guest: 

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> business development, legal marketing, wellbeing, mental health No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Why Unlearning Silence Matters More Than Ever (with USA Today Bestselling Author, Elaine Lin Hering) 20 20 Why Unlearning Silence Matters More Than Ever (with USA Today Bestselling Author, Elaine Lin Hering) full 15e350a0-0989-4766-a91a-d7450ab06ce2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/47faddf7 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Elaine Lin Hering, facilitator, speaker, former Harvard Law professor, and author of the best-selling book, Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully. Through her global work on negotiation, leadership, and communication, Elaine has helped thousands of people speak up, find their voice, and challenge the systems that silence them.

Elaine shares the personal and professional experiences that led her to write Unlearning Silence, including why the question isn’t always how to speak up, but why we’ve stayed silent in the first place. Together, they explore how cultural conditioning, workplace dynamics, and fear of judgment shape our ability to use our voice, and how we can unlearn what no longer serves us.

Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Elaine Lin Hering, facilitator, speaker, former Harvard Law professor, and author of the best-selling book, Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully. Through her global work on negotiation, leadership, and communication, Elaine has helped thousands of people speak up, find their voice, and challenge the systems that silence them.

Elaine shares the personal and professional experiences that led her to write Unlearning Silence, including why the question isn’t always how to speak up, but why we’ve stayed silent in the first place. Together, they explore how cultural conditioning, workplace dynamics, and fear of judgment shape our ability to use our voice, and how we can unlearn what no longer serves us.

Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> Thu, 09 Oct 2025 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 3177 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Elaine Lin Hering, facilitator, speaker, former Harvard Law professor, and author of the best-selling book, Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully. Through her global work on negotiation, leadership, and communication, Elaine has helped thousands of people speak up, find their voice, and challenge the systems that silence them.

Elaine shares the personal and professional experiences that led her to write Unlearning Silence, including why the question isn’t always how to speak up, but why we’ve stayed silent in the first place. Together, they explore how cultural conditioning, workplace dynamics, and fear of judgment shape our ability to use our voice, and how we can unlearn what no longer serves us.

Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> business development, lawyers, legal marketing, elaine lin hering, unlearning silence No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Hitting the Right Note in Legal (with Ian Carleton Schaefer) 19 19 Hitting the Right Note in Legal (with Ian Carleton Schaefer) full 270201bd-4a0c-49ff-8935-eb9eec00c6fc https://share.transistor.fm/s/39520e2a In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Ian Carleton Schaefer, Partner at Sheppard Mullin, legal advisor to Fortune 100 companies and global institutions, and conductor of the Second Ending Ensemble. Ian’s story is anything but linear, and that’s exactly what makes it inspiring.

Ian shares the powerful story behind his “second ending,” a musical term turned life philosophy that helped him reconnect with a lifelong passion for music while navigating a high-powered legal career. He talks about studying conducting at Juilliard during the pandemic, how music and law are related to each other, and why every professional deserves permission to pursue the thing that lights them up.

This episode closes with a special performance excerpt from A Solar Symphony, a commissioned piece by Welsh composer Katie Jenkins, played by Ian’s Second Ending Ensemble at Jazz at Lincoln Center.

Learn more about our guest:

>> Join us for CMO Rising <<

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Ian Carleton Schaefer, Partner at Sheppard Mullin, legal advisor to Fortune 100 companies and global institutions, and conductor of the Second Ending Ensemble. Ian’s story is anything but linear, and that’s exactly what makes it inspiring.

Ian shares the powerful story behind his “second ending,” a musical term turned life philosophy that helped him reconnect with a lifelong passion for music while navigating a high-powered legal career. He talks about studying conducting at Juilliard during the pandemic, how music and law are related to each other, and why every professional deserves permission to pursue the thing that lights them up.

This episode closes with a special performance excerpt from A Solar Symphony, a commissioned piece by Welsh composer Katie Jenkins, played by Ian’s Second Ending Ensemble at Jazz at Lincoln Center.

Learn more about our guest:

>> Join us for CMO Rising <<

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> Thu, 25 Sep 2025 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2236 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Ian Carleton Schaefer, Partner at Sheppard Mullin, legal advisor to Fortune 100 companies and global institutions, and conductor of the Second Ending Ensemble. Ian’s story is anything but linear, and that’s exactly what makes it inspiring.

Ian shares the powerful story behind his “second ending,” a musical term turned life philosophy that helped him reconnect with a lifelong passion for music while navigating a high-powered legal career. He talks about studying conducting at Juilliard during the pandemic, how music and law are related to each other, and why every professional deserves permission to pursue the thing that lights them up.

This episode closes with a special performance excerpt from A Solar Symphony, a commissioned piece by Welsh composer Katie Jenkins, played by Ian’s Second Ending Ensemble at Jazz at Lincoln Center.

Learn more about our guest:

>> Join us for CMO Rising <<

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]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Leadership Can Come From Anywhere (with Baker McKenzie CFO, William Washington III) 18 18 Leadership Can Come From Anywhere (with Baker McKenzie CFO, William Washington III) full 97f07b3c-245a-44af-988a-2cc0279a2f60 https://share.transistor.fm/s/02903de0 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with William Washington III, Global CFO of Baker McKenzie, who oversees more than $3 billion in revenue across 75+ offices worldwide. William’s path to the C-suite was anything but traditional. He shares his story and the twists and turns that led him to ultimately overseeing thousands of professionals at one of the world’s largest law firms.

William shares how resilience, setting boundaries, and staying authentic shaped his leadership. He explains why wellbeing practices like walking meetings, fitness, and meditation are game changers, and why focusing on people (not just the work) transformed his career. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone curious about leadership, career growth, and what it really takes to become a law firm CFO.

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]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with William Washington III, Global CFO of Baker McKenzie, who oversees more than $3 billion in revenue across 75+ offices worldwide. William’s path to the C-suite was anything but traditional. He shares his story and the twists and turns that led him to ultimately overseeing thousands of professionals at one of the world’s largest law firms.

William shares how resilience, setting boundaries, and staying authentic shaped his leadership. He explains why wellbeing practices like walking meetings, fitness, and meditation are game changers, and why focusing on people (not just the work) transformed his career. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone curious about leadership, career growth, and what it really takes to become a law firm CFO.

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If you’re navigating BigLaw pressure, struggling with business development or marketing decisions and want a confidential thinking partner, connect with us here. 

]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:44:21 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2413 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with William Washington III, Global CFO of Baker McKenzie, who oversees more than $3 billion in revenue across 75+ offices worldwide. William’s path to the C-suite was anything but traditional. He shares his story and the twists and turns that led him to ultimately overseeing thousands of professionals at one of the world’s largest law firms.

William shares how resilience, setting boundaries, and staying authentic shaped his leadership. He explains why wellbeing practices like walking meetings, fitness, and meditation are game changers, and why focusing on people (not just the work) transformed his career. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone curious about leadership, career growth, and what it really takes to become a law firm CFO.

Learn more about our guest: 

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]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese BONUS: A Reading by Stephanie Harrison 17 17 BONUS: A Reading by Stephanie Harrison bonus 93bd2b3b-d60a-4602-8149-f79d83afab9c https://share.transistor.fm/s/f9986efd This bonus episode is a special reading by Stephanie Harrison. 

Listen to the full interview with Stephanie here: 

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chasing-titles-missing-joy-redefining-success-with-new/id1785694022?i=1000723844608

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VECTWHB5sZRdvuAdXJUdO?si=3138b975b8164bf6

Music Credits:
Track: Follow Your Heart
Artist: Neil Cross
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]]> This bonus episode is a special reading by Stephanie Harrison. 

Listen to the full interview with Stephanie here: 

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chasing-titles-missing-joy-redefining-success-with-new/id1785694022?i=1000723844608

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VECTWHB5sZRdvuAdXJUdO?si=3138b975b8164bf6

Music Credits:
Track: Follow Your Heart
Artist: Neil Cross
License type: Music Standard
Source: Envato Market
License Info: https://audiojungle.net/item/follow-your-heart/7195577

]]> Fri, 29 Aug 2025 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 86 This bonus episode is a special reading by Stephanie Harrison. 

Listen to the full interview with Stephanie here: 

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chasing-titles-missing-joy-redefining-success-with-new/id1785694022?i=1000723844608

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VECTWHB5sZRdvuAdXJUdO?si=3138b975b8164bf6

Music Credits:
Track: Follow Your Heart
Artist: Neil Cross
License type: Music Standard
Source: Envato Market
License Info: https://audiojungle.net/item/follow-your-heart/7195577

]]> stephanie harrison, new happy No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Chasing Titles, Missing Joy: Redefining Success in Big Law (with New Happy Founder, Stephanie Harrison) 16 16 Chasing Titles, Missing Joy: Redefining Success in Big Law (with New Happy Founder, Stephanie Harrison) full d38424d8-5b46-4e19-a13a-1c2e9b3fab27 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d54d75b4 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Stephanie Harrison, bestselling author, podcast host, and founder of The New Happy, a movement grounded in the art and science of well-being. Stephanie holds a master’s in positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, formerly led learning at Thrive Global, and her work now reaches millions through her podcast, newsletter, and widely shared visual art.

In this honest, moving, and deeply affirming conversation, Stephanie shares her journey from burnout to breakthrough, and why everything changed when she stopped chasing external validation and started redefining happiness on her own terms. She unpacks the difference between “Old Happy” (think perfectionism, productivity, and proving yourself) and “New Happy” (being who you are and using that to help others).

This conversation explores how to unwind harmful cultural narratives, why helping others is the heart of true happiness, and how Stephanie's viral visuals started with just a few basic shapes and a whole lot of meaning.

Stay tuned until the end for a special treat from Stephanie.

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Music Credits:
Track: Follow Your Heart
Artist: Neil Cross
License type: Music Standard
Source: Envato Market
License Info: https://audiojungle.net/item/follow-your-heart/7195577

]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Stephanie Harrison, bestselling author, podcast host, and founder of The New Happy, a movement grounded in the art and science of well-being. Stephanie holds a master’s in positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, formerly led learning at Thrive Global, and her work now reaches millions through her podcast, newsletter, and widely shared visual art.

In this honest, moving, and deeply affirming conversation, Stephanie shares her journey from burnout to breakthrough, and why everything changed when she stopped chasing external validation and started redefining happiness on her own terms. She unpacks the difference between “Old Happy” (think perfectionism, productivity, and proving yourself) and “New Happy” (being who you are and using that to help others).

This conversation explores how to unwind harmful cultural narratives, why helping others is the heart of true happiness, and how Stephanie's viral visuals started with just a few basic shapes and a whole lot of meaning.

Stay tuned until the end for a special treat from Stephanie.

Learn more about our guest:

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Music Credits:
Track: Follow Your Heart
Artist: Neil Cross
License type: Music Standard
Source: Envato Market
License Info: https://audiojungle.net/item/follow-your-heart/7195577

]]> Thu, 28 Aug 2025 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 1965 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Stephanie Harrison, bestselling author, podcast host, and founder of The New Happy, a movement grounded in the art and science of well-being. Stephanie holds a master’s in positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, formerly led learning at Thrive Global, and her work now reaches millions through her podcast, newsletter, and widely shared visual art.

In this honest, moving, and deeply affirming conversation, Stephanie shares her journey from burnout to breakthrough, and why everything changed when she stopped chasing external validation and started redefining happiness on her own terms. She unpacks the difference between “Old Happy” (think perfectionism, productivity, and proving yourself) and “New Happy” (being who you are and using that to help others).

This conversation explores how to unwind harmful cultural narratives, why helping others is the heart of true happiness, and how Stephanie's viral visuals started with just a few basic shapes and a whole lot of meaning.

Stay tuned until the end for a special treat from Stephanie.

Learn more about our guest:

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Music Credits:
Track: Follow Your Heart
Artist: Neil Cross
License type: Music Standard
Source: Envato Market
License Info: https://audiojungle.net/item/follow-your-heart/7195577

]]> business development, stephanie harrison, new happy, women-owned, marketing, happiness No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Juice Worth the Squeeze: One General Counsel's Nonlinear Legal Story (with Heather Stevenson) 15 15 Juice Worth the Squeeze: One General Counsel's Nonlinear Legal Story (with Heather Stevenson) full fdb9dd6c-850b-4539-a8c0-81af331fe4c5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/31c2ab74 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey welcome Heather Stevenson, General Counsel at Red Cell Partners, whose career path proves that bold moves can pay off. From starting as a litigator at Sullivan & Cromwell to owning and running a Boston juice bar, then returning to law to lead at the Boston Globe, and now at a tech incubation firm, Heather’s journey is anything but linear. She shares how entrepreneurial lessons, marathon training, and curiosity have shaped her leadership style, why personal connections matter more than perfect client alerts, and the boundaries that help her thrive as GC. This is a conversation about resilience, reinvention, and redefining what a legal career can look like.


Learn more about our guest:

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]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey welcome Heather Stevenson, General Counsel at Red Cell Partners, whose career path proves that bold moves can pay off. From starting as a litigator at Sullivan & Cromwell to owning and running a Boston juice bar, then returning to law to lead at the Boston Globe, and now at a tech incubation firm, Heather’s journey is anything but linear. She shares how entrepreneurial lessons, marathon training, and curiosity have shaped her leadership style, why personal connections matter more than perfect client alerts, and the boundaries that help her thrive as GC. This is a conversation about resilience, reinvention, and redefining what a legal career can look like.


Learn more about our guest:

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]]> Thu, 14 Aug 2025 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2234 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey welcome Heather Stevenson, General Counsel at Red Cell Partners, whose career path proves that bold moves can pay off. From starting as a litigator at Sullivan & Cromwell to owning and running a Boston juice bar, then returning to law to lead at the Boston Globe, and now at a tech incubation firm, Heather’s journey is anything but linear. She shares how entrepreneurial lessons, marathon training, and curiosity have shaped her leadership style, why personal connections matter more than perfect client alerts, and the boundaries that help her thrive as GC. This is a conversation about resilience, reinvention, and redefining what a legal career can look like.


Learn more about our guest:

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]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Change Your Location: Change Your Perspective (with Chief Marketing Officer, Roy Sexton) 14 14 Change Your Location: Change Your Perspective (with Chief Marketing Officer, Roy Sexton) full e2d8ffb5-f537-4413-89b6-ae0138a5227f https://share.transistor.fm/s/de26f09f In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by the incomparable Roy Sexton, Chief Marketing Officer at Vedder Price, former International President of the Legal Marketing Association, and one of INvolve’s Top 100 OUTstanding LGBTQ+ Executives. 

In this warm, funny, and deeply insightful conversation, Roy opens up about how he’s learned to lead without losing himself, including why he no longer ties his self-worth to professional validation, what helped him climb out of burnout, and how he approaches every CMO role with humility and curiosity. He shares the unexpected path that led him into legal marketing (spoiler: it involves penny loafers, a theater degree, and a rocking chair), his take on building true connection through content, and the power of karaoke. 

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]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by the incomparable Roy Sexton, Chief Marketing Officer at Vedder Price, former International President of the Legal Marketing Association, and one of INvolve’s Top 100 OUTstanding LGBTQ+ Executives. 

In this warm, funny, and deeply insightful conversation, Roy opens up about how he’s learned to lead without losing himself, including why he no longer ties his self-worth to professional validation, what helped him climb out of burnout, and how he approaches every CMO role with humility and curiosity. He shares the unexpected path that led him into legal marketing (spoiler: it involves penny loafers, a theater degree, and a rocking chair), his take on building true connection through content, and the power of karaoke. 

Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> Thu, 31 Jul 2025 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2502 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by the incomparable Roy Sexton, Chief Marketing Officer at Vedder Price, former International President of the Legal Marketing Association, and one of INvolve’s Top 100 OUTstanding LGBTQ+ Executives. 

In this warm, funny, and deeply insightful conversation, Roy opens up about how he’s learned to lead without losing himself, including why he no longer ties his self-worth to professional validation, what helped him climb out of burnout, and how he approaches every CMO role with humility and curiosity. He shares the unexpected path that led him into legal marketing (spoiler: it involves penny loafers, a theater degree, and a rocking chair), his take on building true connection through content, and the power of karaoke. 

Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> business development, lawyers, law, CMO, marketing, LGBTQ+ Yes Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Why Authenticity Is So Hard in BigLaw And Why It Matters (with Khurram Naik, Founder of Freshwater Counsel) 13 13 Why Authenticity Is So Hard in BigLaw And Why It Matters (with Khurram Naik, Founder of Freshwater Counsel) full 86b11724-930e-4296-b6f6-82fa0b727cf7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/00c2ec66 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with Khurram Naik, founder of Freshwater Counsel, to discuss the journey of moving from big law to starting a legal recruiting agency and the importance of authenticity in your career. Khurram, a former patent litigator at Goodwin and Polsinelli, shares how his deep connections and relationship-building approach have fueled his success in the legal world.


He opens up about the challenges of showing up authentically in a firm environment, how social media and LinkedIn became key to his personal brand, and the value of taking risks to build a unique narrative. Khurram also dives into how his family life and values guide his work-life balance and the importance of prioritizing well-being while managing a growing business.


This conversation touches on everything from navigating career transitions and burnout to managing the emotional aspects of legal recruiting. Whether you’re considering a career pivot, seeking to refine your personal brand, or just trying to balance it all, Khurram’s insights are bound to resonate.


Learn more about our guest:

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Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with Khurram Naik, founder of Freshwater Counsel, to discuss the journey of moving from big law to starting a legal recruiting agency and the importance of authenticity in your career. Khurram, a former patent litigator at Goodwin and Polsinelli, shares how his deep connections and relationship-building approach have fueled his success in the legal world.


He opens up about the challenges of showing up authentically in a firm environment, how social media and LinkedIn became key to his personal brand, and the value of taking risks to build a unique narrative. Khurram also dives into how his family life and values guide his work-life balance and the importance of prioritizing well-being while managing a growing business.


This conversation touches on everything from navigating career transitions and burnout to managing the emotional aspects of legal recruiting. Whether you’re considering a career pivot, seeking to refine your personal brand, or just trying to balance it all, Khurram’s insights are bound to resonate.


Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2318 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with Khurram Naik, founder of Freshwater Counsel, to discuss the journey of moving from big law to starting a legal recruiting agency and the importance of authenticity in your career. Khurram, a former patent litigator at Goodwin and Polsinelli, shares how his deep connections and relationship-building approach have fueled his success in the legal world.


He opens up about the challenges of showing up authentically in a firm environment, how social media and LinkedIn became key to his personal brand, and the value of taking risks to build a unique narrative. Khurram also dives into how his family life and values guide his work-life balance and the importance of prioritizing well-being while managing a growing business.


This conversation touches on everything from navigating career transitions and burnout to managing the emotional aspects of legal recruiting. Whether you’re considering a career pivot, seeking to refine your personal brand, or just trying to balance it all, Khurram’s insights are bound to resonate.


Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese How BigLaw Partners Shape Culture for the Better (with Law Firm Partner, David Cross) 12 12 How BigLaw Partners Shape Culture for the Better (with Law Firm Partner, David Cross) full 816185f8-2b91-4f38-8988-976318b45791 https://share.transistor.fm/s/90dbfe4e In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by David Cross, law firm partner at Goodwin, to talk about the intersection of leadership, disability, and finding purpose in your career. With over 20 years of experience in high-stakes antitrust and civil rights cases, David shares how he transformed his perception of success and found the courage to embrace vulnerability.


David talks about the evolution of leadership, from hierarchical structures to fostering inclusive, flat teams that invest in each individual’s growth. He dives into the emotional journey of navigating his disability, learning to lead with kindness, and using his platform to advocate for others. Through his story, David offers valuable insights on creating a supportive environment in both the legal field and beyond.


This conversation explores personal and professional growth, the importance of mentorship, and why leadership is about more than just titles—it’s about the impact you make on others. Whether you're a seasoned leader, someone navigating burnout, or simply looking for a fresh perspective on success, David's story will resonate.


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]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by David Cross, law firm partner at Goodwin, to talk about the intersection of leadership, disability, and finding purpose in your career. With over 20 years of experience in high-stakes antitrust and civil rights cases, David shares how he transformed his perception of success and found the courage to embrace vulnerability.


David talks about the evolution of leadership, from hierarchical structures to fostering inclusive, flat teams that invest in each individual’s growth. He dives into the emotional journey of navigating his disability, learning to lead with kindness, and using his platform to advocate for others. Through his story, David offers valuable insights on creating a supportive environment in both the legal field and beyond.


This conversation explores personal and professional growth, the importance of mentorship, and why leadership is about more than just titles—it’s about the impact you make on others. Whether you're a seasoned leader, someone navigating burnout, or simply looking for a fresh perspective on success, David's story will resonate.


Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> Thu, 03 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2140 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by David Cross, law firm partner at Goodwin, to talk about the intersection of leadership, disability, and finding purpose in your career. With over 20 years of experience in high-stakes antitrust and civil rights cases, David shares how he transformed his perception of success and found the courage to embrace vulnerability.


David talks about the evolution of leadership, from hierarchical structures to fostering inclusive, flat teams that invest in each individual’s growth. He dives into the emotional journey of navigating his disability, learning to lead with kindness, and using his platform to advocate for others. Through his story, David offers valuable insights on creating a supportive environment in both the legal field and beyond.


This conversation explores personal and professional growth, the importance of mentorship, and why leadership is about more than just titles—it’s about the impact you make on others. Whether you're a seasoned leader, someone navigating burnout, or simply looking for a fresh perspective on success, David's story will resonate.


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Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

Want to go deeper? Curious about 1:1 coaching with Megan or Jen? Or want the inside scoop on stage? Hit us up below, we’d love to chat!

]]> business development, legal marketing, lawyers, attorneys, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Lessons in Vocabulary, Anxiety and Grit (with Aubria Ralph, founder and CEO of scrappy girl project) 11 11 Lessons in Vocabulary, Anxiety and Grit (with Aubria Ralph, founder and CEO of scrappy girl project) full f508b01d-72ff-4de2-a8f4-19427d152e44 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2ade5c83 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Aubria Ralph, award-winning lawyer, strategist, author, and founder of scrappy girl project, to talk about trauma-informed leadership, career pivots, and what it really means to stay human in high-stakes environments. With over 20 years of experience in finance law and leadership consulting, Aubria blends legal acumen with heart-first strategy to help individuals and organizations transform from the inside out.


She shares insights on managing personal and community trauma, what it takes to lead without a formal title, and why rejection isn’t always redirection. It can sometimes feel like robbery. Aubria also talks about the launch of scrappy girl project, her transition from law firm life, and how prayer, resilience, and self-awareness have shaped her journey.


This conversation dives deep into spirituality, self-leadership, and the unspoken emotional labor of being a “strong one.” Whether you're burnt out, building something new, or just looking for language for what you’ve been feeling, Aubria’s perspective will stick with you.


Learn more about our guest:

Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Aubria Ralph, award-winning lawyer, strategist, author, and founder of scrappy girl project, to talk about trauma-informed leadership, career pivots, and what it really means to stay human in high-stakes environments. With over 20 years of experience in finance law and leadership consulting, Aubria blends legal acumen with heart-first strategy to help individuals and organizations transform from the inside out.


She shares insights on managing personal and community trauma, what it takes to lead without a formal title, and why rejection isn’t always redirection. It can sometimes feel like robbery. Aubria also talks about the launch of scrappy girl project, her transition from law firm life, and how prayer, resilience, and self-awareness have shaped her journey.


This conversation dives deep into spirituality, self-leadership, and the unspoken emotional labor of being a “strong one.” Whether you're burnt out, building something new, or just looking for language for what you’ve been feeling, Aubria’s perspective will stick with you.


Learn more about our guest:

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]]> Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:07:47 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2155 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Aubria Ralph, award-winning lawyer, strategist, author, and founder of scrappy girl project, to talk about trauma-informed leadership, career pivots, and what it really means to stay human in high-stakes environments. With over 20 years of experience in finance law and leadership consulting, Aubria blends legal acumen with heart-first strategy to help individuals and organizations transform from the inside out.


She shares insights on managing personal and community trauma, what it takes to lead without a formal title, and why rejection isn’t always redirection. It can sometimes feel like robbery. Aubria also talks about the launch of scrappy girl project, her transition from law firm life, and how prayer, resilience, and self-awareness have shaped her journey.


This conversation dives deep into spirituality, self-leadership, and the unspoken emotional labor of being a “strong one.” Whether you're burnt out, building something new, or just looking for language for what you’ve been feeling, Aubria’s perspective will stick with you.


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]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Driven by Impact: From Private Practice to Public Service (with Chief Deputy Attorney General, Dan Barr) 10 10 Driven by Impact: From Private Practice to Public Service (with Chief Deputy Attorney General, Dan Barr) full 3f8f05ef-5329-430f-8e2f-62f1d368755a https://share.transistor.fm/s/a7b215b6 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Dan Barr, Chief Deputy Attorney General for the State of Arizona, to talk about public service, purpose-driven legal careers, and building trust in government institutions. Dan shares lessons from nearly four decades in private practice, representing clients like Apple and CBS, before stepping into public service to help uphold the rule of law. He opens up about the motivations behind his transition, how he mentors the next generation of lawyers, and why curiosity, good judgment, and understanding your client’s goals matter more than billable hours. The conversation also touches on the state of pro bono work, the importance of showing up with common sense in a polarized world, and how even small, everyday actions can help defend democracy and strengthen the legal profession.

Dan Barr is a longtime advocate for access to justice and a respected voice in Arizona’s legal community. Before joining the AG’s office, he spent over 37 years at Perkins Coie, where he led the pro bono program and represented the First Amendment Coalition of Arizona. Today, he continues to serve with purpose, collaborating across party lines and mentoring attorneys who are driven by more than just career success. Whether in the courtroom or online, Dan brings clarity, humility, and humor to some of the most complex challenges facing the legal field today.

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]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Dan Barr, Chief Deputy Attorney General for the State of Arizona, to talk about public service, purpose-driven legal careers, and building trust in government institutions. Dan shares lessons from nearly four decades in private practice, representing clients like Apple and CBS, before stepping into public service to help uphold the rule of law. He opens up about the motivations behind his transition, how he mentors the next generation of lawyers, and why curiosity, good judgment, and understanding your client’s goals matter more than billable hours. The conversation also touches on the state of pro bono work, the importance of showing up with common sense in a polarized world, and how even small, everyday actions can help defend democracy and strengthen the legal profession.

Dan Barr is a longtime advocate for access to justice and a respected voice in Arizona’s legal community. Before joining the AG’s office, he spent over 37 years at Perkins Coie, where he led the pro bono program and represented the First Amendment Coalition of Arizona. Today, he continues to serve with purpose, collaborating across party lines and mentoring attorneys who are driven by more than just career success. Whether in the courtroom or online, Dan brings clarity, humility, and humor to some of the most complex challenges facing the legal field today.

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]]> Thu, 05 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2092 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Dan Barr, Chief Deputy Attorney General for the State of Arizona, to talk about public service, purpose-driven legal careers, and building trust in government institutions. Dan shares lessons from nearly four decades in private practice, representing clients like Apple and CBS, before stepping into public service to help uphold the rule of law. He opens up about the motivations behind his transition, how he mentors the next generation of lawyers, and why curiosity, good judgment, and understanding your client’s goals matter more than billable hours. The conversation also touches on the state of pro bono work, the importance of showing up with common sense in a polarized world, and how even small, everyday actions can help defend democracy and strengthen the legal profession.

Dan Barr is a longtime advocate for access to justice and a respected voice in Arizona’s legal community. Before joining the AG’s office, he spent over 37 years at Perkins Coie, where he led the pro bono program and represented the First Amendment Coalition of Arizona. Today, he continues to serve with purpose, collaborating across party lines and mentoring attorneys who are driven by more than just career success. Whether in the courtroom or online, Dan brings clarity, humility, and humor to some of the most complex challenges facing the legal field today.

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]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Finding the Balance: Understanding and Supporting NextGen Lawyers (with Associate Professor of Law, Jonah Perlin) 9 9 Finding the Balance: Understanding and Supporting NextGen Lawyers (with Associate Professor of Law, Jonah Perlin) full f44387ca-6154-4ada-b2e6-0af58d702975 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7ffe4b63 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Jonah Perlin, associate professor of law at Georgetown University, to chat about legal education, career development, and navigating the evolving legal industry. Jonah shares insights from his extensive experience teaching and mentoring students, as well as his reflections on the changing landscape of law firms and law schools. With a career that spans both private practice and academia, Jonah discusses the challenges and opportunities faced by Gen Z in law, the impact of the pandemic on legal education, and why career paths don’t always follow a straight line. He also shares his thoughts on teaching professional identity, diversity, and the importance of self-reflection in law and life.


Jonah Perlin is a senior fellow at the Center for Ethics and the Legal Profession at Georgetown University Law Center. He is also the host of How I Lawyer, a top 30 careers podcast for junior lawyers, where he shares stories about what it means to practice law and how to build a successful legal career. Jonah’s work spans legal practice, education, and ethics, and he is passionate about preparing the next generation of lawyers for success in a rapidly changing profession.


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]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Jonah Perlin, associate professor of law at Georgetown University, to chat about legal education, career development, and navigating the evolving legal industry. Jonah shares insights from his extensive experience teaching and mentoring students, as well as his reflections on the changing landscape of law firms and law schools. With a career that spans both private practice and academia, Jonah discusses the challenges and opportunities faced by Gen Z in law, the impact of the pandemic on legal education, and why career paths don’t always follow a straight line. He also shares his thoughts on teaching professional identity, diversity, and the importance of self-reflection in law and life.


Jonah Perlin is a senior fellow at the Center for Ethics and the Legal Profession at Georgetown University Law Center. He is also the host of How I Lawyer, a top 30 careers podcast for junior lawyers, where he shares stories about what it means to practice law and how to build a successful legal career. Jonah’s work spans legal practice, education, and ethics, and he is passionate about preparing the next generation of lawyers for success in a rapidly changing profession.


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]]> Thu, 22 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2466 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Jonah Perlin, associate professor of law at Georgetown University, to chat about legal education, career development, and navigating the evolving legal industry. Jonah shares insights from his extensive experience teaching and mentoring students, as well as his reflections on the changing landscape of law firms and law schools. With a career that spans both private practice and academia, Jonah discusses the challenges and opportunities faced by Gen Z in law, the impact of the pandemic on legal education, and why career paths don’t always follow a straight line. He also shares his thoughts on teaching professional identity, diversity, and the importance of self-reflection in law and life.


Jonah Perlin is a senior fellow at the Center for Ethics and the Legal Profession at Georgetown University Law Center. He is also the host of How I Lawyer, a top 30 careers podcast for junior lawyers, where he shares stories about what it means to practice law and how to build a successful legal career. Jonah’s work spans legal practice, education, and ethics, and he is passionate about preparing the next generation of lawyers for success in a rapidly changing profession.


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]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Forging Your Own Path To Leadership (with Founder and CEO, Michael Coston) 8 8 Forging Your Own Path To Leadership (with Founder and CEO, Michael Coston) full fdbe1363-2aae-4d48-b9e9-c47fc1c872b5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/aa4aeed5 This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Michael Coston, to chat about entrepreneurship, leadership, and building cultures that actually help people thrive.

Michael Coston is the founder and CEO of Coston Consulting, a firm made up of powerhouse consultants: former CMOs, DEIB leaders, and BD experts, who help organizations drive growth through people-first strategy. He’s been named to Lawdragon’s 100 Leading Legal Consultants and Strategists, honored by the National Diversity Council as one of the 100 Most Influential African American Leaders in Business, and awarded the Black Leadership Award by Profiles in Diversity Journal.


Before launching Coston Consulting, Michael served as CMO at McKool Smith for nearly a decade and led BD and marketing initiatives at multiple Am Law 100 firms. He also headed up PR for the global beauty brand Tweezerman. He holds a master’s degree in Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication and dual bachelor’s degrees in English and Black Studies from the University at Albany. He’s also certified in Fostering Inclusion and Diversity from the Yale School of Management.

Michael is a firm believer in passion as a superpower, and he’s on a mission to help leaders and organizations unlock high performance by making space for people to thrive.


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]]> This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Michael Coston, to chat about entrepreneurship, leadership, and building cultures that actually help people thrive.

Michael Coston is the founder and CEO of Coston Consulting, a firm made up of powerhouse consultants: former CMOs, DEIB leaders, and BD experts, who help organizations drive growth through people-first strategy. He’s been named to Lawdragon’s 100 Leading Legal Consultants and Strategists, honored by the National Diversity Council as one of the 100 Most Influential African American Leaders in Business, and awarded the Black Leadership Award by Profiles in Diversity Journal.


Before launching Coston Consulting, Michael served as CMO at McKool Smith for nearly a decade and led BD and marketing initiatives at multiple Am Law 100 firms. He also headed up PR for the global beauty brand Tweezerman. He holds a master’s degree in Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication and dual bachelor’s degrees in English and Black Studies from the University at Albany. He’s also certified in Fostering Inclusion and Diversity from the Yale School of Management.

Michael is a firm believer in passion as a superpower, and he’s on a mission to help leaders and organizations unlock high performance by making space for people to thrive.


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]]> Fri, 09 May 2025 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2604 This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Michael Coston, to chat about entrepreneurship, leadership, and building cultures that actually help people thrive.

Michael Coston is the founder and CEO of Coston Consulting, a firm made up of powerhouse consultants: former CMOs, DEIB leaders, and BD experts, who help organizations drive growth through people-first strategy. He’s been named to Lawdragon’s 100 Leading Legal Consultants and Strategists, honored by the National Diversity Council as one of the 100 Most Influential African American Leaders in Business, and awarded the Black Leadership Award by Profiles in Diversity Journal.


Before launching Coston Consulting, Michael served as CMO at McKool Smith for nearly a decade and led BD and marketing initiatives at multiple Am Law 100 firms. He also headed up PR for the global beauty brand Tweezerman. He holds a master’s degree in Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication and dual bachelor’s degrees in English and Black Studies from the University at Albany. He’s also certified in Fostering Inclusion and Diversity from the Yale School of Management.

Michael is a firm believer in passion as a superpower, and he’s on a mission to help leaders and organizations unlock high performance by making space for people to thrive.


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]]> legal, marketing, legal marketing, business development, megan senese, jen ramsey, aliza shatzman, legal accountability project No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Redefining Clerkships: A Call for Accountability (with President and Founder, Aliza Shatzman) 7 7 Redefining Clerkships: A Call for Accountability (with President and Founder, Aliza Shatzman) full Buzzsprout-16934570 https://share.transistor.fm/s/016fe772 This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Aliza Shatzman, where she talks about the long-standing issues clerks have faced and how her team at The Legal Accountability Project is working to change that. 

Aliza Shatzman is the President and Founder of The Legal Accountability Project, which works to ensure positive clerkship experiences and support those who face challenges. Aliza graduated from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law in 2019, aspiring to be a homicide prosecutor. She clerked in D.C. Superior Court for trial experience and insight into judicial decision-making. Law schools promote clerkships as prestigious, mentorship-driven opportunities. However, Aliza encountered the stark reality: a power imbalance that silences clerks, lack of workplace protections, and judges’ lasting influence over careers.

Her experience of gender discrimination, harassment, and retaliation derailed her aspirations. She later testified before Congress, exposing how federal judges are exempt from Title VII, leaving clerks without legal recourse.

From this, The Legal Accountability Project was born.


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]]> This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Aliza Shatzman, where she talks about the long-standing issues clerks have faced and how her team at The Legal Accountability Project is working to change that. 

Aliza Shatzman is the President and Founder of The Legal Accountability Project, which works to ensure positive clerkship experiences and support those who face challenges. Aliza graduated from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law in 2019, aspiring to be a homicide prosecutor. She clerked in D.C. Superior Court for trial experience and insight into judicial decision-making. Law schools promote clerkships as prestigious, mentorship-driven opportunities. However, Aliza encountered the stark reality: a power imbalance that silences clerks, lack of workplace protections, and judges’ lasting influence over careers.

Her experience of gender discrimination, harassment, and retaliation derailed her aspirations. She later testified before Congress, exposing how federal judges are exempt from Title VII, leaving clerks without legal recourse.

From this, The Legal Accountability Project was born.


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]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2025 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 3258 This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Aliza Shatzman, where she talks about the long-standing issues clerks have faced and how her team at The Legal Accountability Project is working to change that. 

Aliza Shatzman is the President and Founder of The Legal Accountability Project, which works to ensure positive clerkship experiences and support those who face challenges. Aliza graduated from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law in 2019, aspiring to be a homicide prosecutor. She clerked in D.C. Superior Court for trial experience and insight into judicial decision-making. Law schools promote clerkships as prestigious, mentorship-driven opportunities. However, Aliza encountered the stark reality: a power imbalance that silences clerks, lack of workplace protections, and judges’ lasting influence over careers.

Her experience of gender discrimination, harassment, and retaliation derailed her aspirations. She later testified before Congress, exposing how federal judges are exempt from Title VII, leaving clerks without legal recourse.

From this, The Legal Accountability Project was born.


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]]> legal, marketing, legal marketing, business development, megan senese, jen ramsey, aliza shatzman, legal accountability project Yes Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese The Go-Giver Way (with Author, Bob Burg) 6 6 The Go-Giver Way (with Author, Bob Burg) full Buzzsprout-16823393 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9991e0d3 This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by author Bob Burg, to chat about the book and lessons from The Go-Giver co-authored by John David Mann.

Bob Burg is the storyteller, with co-author John David Mann, behind The Go-Giver, a Wall Street Journal, and BusinessWeek bestseller that has sold over a million copies. Bob is a former TV personality and top-producing salesperson. He speaks with corporations, organizations, and at sales and leadership conferences worldwide on topics central to The Go-Giver. And if you weren’t aware, there is an entire Go-Giver series that includes Go-Givers Sell More, The Go-Giver Leader and The Go-Giver Influencer. He is also author of Adversaries into Allies and Endless Referrals. In his personal time, Bob is an unapologetic animal lover and serves as part of a South Florida rescue, foster, and adoption organization.


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]]> This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by author Bob Burg, to chat about the book and lessons from The Go-Giver co-authored by John David Mann.

Bob Burg is the storyteller, with co-author John David Mann, behind The Go-Giver, a Wall Street Journal, and BusinessWeek bestseller that has sold over a million copies. Bob is a former TV personality and top-producing salesperson. He speaks with corporations, organizations, and at sales and leadership conferences worldwide on topics central to The Go-Giver. And if you weren’t aware, there is an entire Go-Giver series that includes Go-Givers Sell More, The Go-Giver Leader and The Go-Giver Influencer. He is also author of Adversaries into Allies and Endless Referrals. In his personal time, Bob is an unapologetic animal lover and serves as part of a South Florida rescue, foster, and adoption organization.


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]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2025 03:00:00 -0400 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2092 This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by author Bob Burg, to chat about the book and lessons from The Go-Giver co-authored by John David Mann.

Bob Burg is the storyteller, with co-author John David Mann, behind The Go-Giver, a Wall Street Journal, and BusinessWeek bestseller that has sold over a million copies. Bob is a former TV personality and top-producing salesperson. He speaks with corporations, organizations, and at sales and leadership conferences worldwide on topics central to The Go-Giver. And if you weren’t aware, there is an entire Go-Giver series that includes Go-Givers Sell More, The Go-Giver Leader and The Go-Giver Influencer. He is also author of Adversaries into Allies and Endless Referrals. In his personal time, Bob is an unapologetic animal lover and serves as part of a South Florida rescue, foster, and adoption organization.


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]]> legal, marketing, legal marketing, business development, megan senese, jen ramsey, bob burg, go-giver No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Badass Women: Celebrating #IWD25 5 5 Badass Women: Celebrating #IWD25 full Buzzsprout-16742493 https://share.transistor.fm/s/33bd5dd6 Today, we are doing something a little different in honor of International Women's Day (IWD) on March 8th. 

For those who are not familiar with the origins of International Women's Day (IWD) it has been observed since the early 1900s. The history of International Women's Day (IWD) includes the first National Women's Day in 1909, the first IWD in 1911, and the UN's involvement starting in 1975. Controversy clouds the history of International Women’s Day. According to a common version of the holiday’s origins, it was established in 1907 to mark the 50th anniversary of a brutally repressed protest by New York City’s female garment and textile workers. But there’s a problem with that story: Neither the 1857 protest nor the 50th-anniversary tribute may have actually taken place.

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]]> Today, we are doing something a little different in honor of International Women's Day (IWD) on March 8th. 

For those who are not familiar with the origins of International Women's Day (IWD) it has been observed since the early 1900s. The history of International Women's Day (IWD) includes the first National Women's Day in 1909, the first IWD in 1911, and the UN's involvement starting in 1975. Controversy clouds the history of International Women’s Day. According to a common version of the holiday’s origins, it was established in 1907 to mark the 50th anniversary of a brutally repressed protest by New York City’s female garment and textile workers. But there’s a problem with that story: Neither the 1857 protest nor the 50th-anniversary tribute may have actually taken place.

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]]> Thu, 06 Mar 2025 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 1654 Today, we are doing something a little different in honor of International Women's Day (IWD) on March 8th. 

For those who are not familiar with the origins of International Women's Day (IWD) it has been observed since the early 1900s. The history of International Women's Day (IWD) includes the first National Women's Day in 1909, the first IWD in 1911, and the UN's involvement starting in 1975. Controversy clouds the history of International Women’s Day. According to a common version of the holiday’s origins, it was established in 1907 to mark the 50th anniversary of a brutally repressed protest by New York City’s female garment and textile workers. But there’s a problem with that story: Neither the 1857 protest nor the 50th-anniversary tribute may have actually taken place.

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]]> legal, marketing, legal marketing, business development, megan senese, jen ramsey, iwd, international women's day Yes Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese The Perfectionist Trap: Why High Achieving Women Think They're Failing (with Dr. Anne Welsh) 4 4 The Perfectionist Trap: Why High Achieving Women Think They're Failing (with Dr. Anne Welsh) full Buzzsprout-16698300 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5b769528 This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Dr. Anne Welsh to talk about what a lot of women experience at work and home: the perfectionist trap. They also dive into why this leads to women thinking they are constantly failing, and Dr. Welsh turns the idea of ambition on its head.

Anne is a licensed clinical psychologist with a doctorate in counseling psychology. She had stints at Harvard, Cambridge and the University of New Hampshire. She runs her own executive coaching and leadership consulting company with a focus on professional working parents. She is a clinical psychologist with an active private practice and a certification in Perinatal Mental Health, a certified executive & leadership coach, a RETAIN™ certified parental leave coach, and a consultant that addresses working parent policy at the corporate level. While at Harvard, Anne made a pivot after her second child to focus more directly on supporting women and mothers in their career and personal growth. Anne offers parental leave, executive and group coaching for women and because she is a licensed clinical psychologist, she also provides individual therapy for adults in the Cambridge, MA area. 


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]]> This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Dr. Anne Welsh to talk about what a lot of women experience at work and home: the perfectionist trap. They also dive into why this leads to women thinking they are constantly failing, and Dr. Welsh turns the idea of ambition on its head.

Anne is a licensed clinical psychologist with a doctorate in counseling psychology. She had stints at Harvard, Cambridge and the University of New Hampshire. She runs her own executive coaching and leadership consulting company with a focus on professional working parents. She is a clinical psychologist with an active private practice and a certification in Perinatal Mental Health, a certified executive & leadership coach, a RETAIN™ certified parental leave coach, and a consultant that addresses working parent policy at the corporate level. While at Harvard, Anne made a pivot after her second child to focus more directly on supporting women and mothers in their career and personal growth. Anne offers parental leave, executive and group coaching for women and because she is a licensed clinical psychologist, she also provides individual therapy for adults in the Cambridge, MA area. 


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]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2654 This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Dr. Anne Welsh to talk about what a lot of women experience at work and home: the perfectionist trap. They also dive into why this leads to women thinking they are constantly failing, and Dr. Welsh turns the idea of ambition on its head.

Anne is a licensed clinical psychologist with a doctorate in counseling psychology. She had stints at Harvard, Cambridge and the University of New Hampshire. She runs her own executive coaching and leadership consulting company with a focus on professional working parents. She is a clinical psychologist with an active private practice and a certification in Perinatal Mental Health, a certified executive & leadership coach, a RETAIN™ certified parental leave coach, and a consultant that addresses working parent policy at the corporate level. While at Harvard, Anne made a pivot after her second child to focus more directly on supporting women and mothers in their career and personal growth. Anne offers parental leave, executive and group coaching for women and because she is a licensed clinical psychologist, she also provides individual therapy for adults in the Cambridge, MA area. 


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]]> legal, marketing, legal marketing, business development, megan senese, jen ramsey, dr. anne welsh, psychology, executive coaching No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Truth Bombs, Intentionality, and Laying it All Out There (with Chief Growth Officer, Ben Chiriboga) 3 3 Truth Bombs, Intentionality, and Laying it All Out There (with Chief Growth Officer, Ben Chiriboga) full Buzzsprout-16597415 https://share.transistor.fm/s/230443bd This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Ben Chiriboga about staying true to yourself, approaching everything with intentionality, and putting it all on the table.

Ben Chiriboga is the Chief Growth Officer at Nexl. He is a former practicing lawyer turned legal technology executive at Nexl, an all-in-one legal technology platform built to help lawyers, marketers, and business development professionals work together to grow their law firm. Alongside his work at Nexl, Ben speaks, writes, podcasts, and creates content about how technology is evolving the business of law. Ben has had the privilege of speaking to audiences at LexLatin Summit, LegalGeek, Legal Marketing Association, Marketing Partners Forum, as well as various attorney bar associations around the world.

Ben is on a mission to help lawyers love the business of law… just like he’s learned to. 


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]]> This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Ben Chiriboga about staying true to yourself, approaching everything with intentionality, and putting it all on the table.

Ben Chiriboga is the Chief Growth Officer at Nexl. He is a former practicing lawyer turned legal technology executive at Nexl, an all-in-one legal technology platform built to help lawyers, marketers, and business development professionals work together to grow their law firm. Alongside his work at Nexl, Ben speaks, writes, podcasts, and creates content about how technology is evolving the business of law. Ben has had the privilege of speaking to audiences at LexLatin Summit, LegalGeek, Legal Marketing Association, Marketing Partners Forum, as well as various attorney bar associations around the world.

Ben is on a mission to help lawyers love the business of law… just like he’s learned to. 


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]]> Thu, 13 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2313 This episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey are joined by Ben Chiriboga about staying true to yourself, approaching everything with intentionality, and putting it all on the table.

Ben Chiriboga is the Chief Growth Officer at Nexl. He is a former practicing lawyer turned legal technology executive at Nexl, an all-in-one legal technology platform built to help lawyers, marketers, and business development professionals work together to grow their law firm. Alongside his work at Nexl, Ben speaks, writes, podcasts, and creates content about how technology is evolving the business of law. Ben has had the privilege of speaking to audiences at LexLatin Summit, LegalGeek, Legal Marketing Association, Marketing Partners Forum, as well as various attorney bar associations around the world.

Ben is on a mission to help lawyers love the business of law… just like he’s learned to. 


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]]> legal, marketing, legal marketing, business development, megan senese, jen ramsey, ben chiriboga Yes Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Leading with Kindness: Embracing New Beginnings (with Chief Marketing Officer, Kelly Harbour) 2 2 Leading with Kindness: Embracing New Beginnings (with Chief Marketing Officer, Kelly Harbour) full Buzzsprout-16597369 https://share.transistor.fm/s/85162528 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with Kelly Harbour to explore what it truly means to start over and how to embrace change with confidence. They also discuss the power of leading with kindness and the lasting impact it can create.

After 10 years at Goulston & Storrs in Boston, Kelly made the jump to join Moore & Van Allen as the firm’s very first Chief Marketing & Business Development Officer in North Carolina. Kelly is a fellow at the College of Law Practice Management and the Director of Member Engagement for the SALI (pronounced “Sally”) Alliance, a nonprofit publishing a standard taxonomy for the legal industry. 

She is an accredited partner in the Smart Collaboration Accelerator, a Certified Master Coach by Legal Sales and Service Organization, Inc. (LSSO), a Legal Lean Sigma Green Belt, and she is active in the Legal Marketing Association, most recently serving as co-chair for the Northeast Region Conference. Plus, she is a parent to both a human and a dog!


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]]> In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with Kelly Harbour to explore what it truly means to start over and how to embrace change with confidence. They also discuss the power of leading with kindness and the lasting impact it can create.

After 10 years at Goulston & Storrs in Boston, Kelly made the jump to join Moore & Van Allen as the firm’s very first Chief Marketing & Business Development Officer in North Carolina. Kelly is a fellow at the College of Law Practice Management and the Director of Member Engagement for the SALI (pronounced “Sally”) Alliance, a nonprofit publishing a standard taxonomy for the legal industry. 

She is an accredited partner in the Smart Collaboration Accelerator, a Certified Master Coach by Legal Sales and Service Organization, Inc. (LSSO), a Legal Lean Sigma Green Belt, and she is active in the Legal Marketing Association, most recently serving as co-chair for the Northeast Region Conference. Plus, she is a parent to both a human and a dog!


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Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> Thu, 13 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2336 In this episode, Megan Senese and Jennifer Ramsey sit down with Kelly Harbour to explore what it truly means to start over and how to embrace change with confidence. They also discuss the power of leading with kindness and the lasting impact it can create.

After 10 years at Goulston & Storrs in Boston, Kelly made the jump to join Moore & Van Allen as the firm’s very first Chief Marketing & Business Development Officer in North Carolina. Kelly is a fellow at the College of Law Practice Management and the Director of Member Engagement for the SALI (pronounced “Sally”) Alliance, a nonprofit publishing a standard taxonomy for the legal industry. 

She is an accredited partner in the Smart Collaboration Accelerator, a Certified Master Coach by Legal Sales and Service Organization, Inc. (LSSO), a Legal Lean Sigma Green Belt, and she is active in the Legal Marketing Association, most recently serving as co-chair for the Northeast Region Conference. Plus, she is a parent to both a human and a dog!


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Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> legal, marketing, legal marketing, business development, megan senese, jen ramsey, kelly harbour Yes Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese The Fateful Peloton Ride That Changed It All (with Megan Senese + Jennifer Ramsey) 1 1 The Fateful Peloton Ride That Changed It All (with Megan Senese + Jennifer Ramsey) full Buzzsprout-16570556 https://share.transistor.fm/s/48b8cda6 Episode 1 is a little different as we celebrate stage's 2nd anniversary. 


Join co-founders, Jennifer Ramsey and Megan Senese, as they discuss their jump from Big Law legal marketing two years ago into entrepreneur life, running a woman-owned legal marketing and business development fractional company for law firms and lawyers. 


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> Episode 1 is a little different as we celebrate stage's 2nd anniversary. 


Join co-founders, Jennifer Ramsey and Megan Senese, as they discuss their jump from Big Law legal marketing two years ago into entrepreneur life, running a woman-owned legal marketing and business development fractional company for law firms and lawyers. 


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> Thu, 06 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 2376 Episode 1 is a little different as we celebrate stage's 2nd anniversary. 


Join co-founders, Jennifer Ramsey and Megan Senese, as they discuss their jump from Big Law legal marketing two years ago into entrepreneur life, running a woman-owned legal marketing and business development fractional company for law firms and lawyers. 


Love So Much To Say? Let us know! Drop a review, give us 5 stars in your favorite podcast app, and tell us what made you laugh, think, or just go “yep, that’s me.” Every review helps us reach more awesome humans who want to make legal…well, human. 

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]]> business development coaching, legal marketing, lawyers, law firms, marketing Yes Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese Welcome to So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People! 1 1 Welcome to So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People! trailer Buzzsprout-16288307 https://share.transistor.fm/s/be828a77 Welcome to So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People! Where we explore behind-the-scenes of work, life, and everything in between. 

Your hosts, Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey, are here to showcase the human side of the legal world, from marketing and consulting to the very real struggles of balancing work with being human. 

This isn’t your typical, dry legal show. They’re bringing you real stories, candid conversations, and smart insights that remind you that outside of being a lawyer or legal marketer, what makes you human? 

So whether you’re navigating billable hours or breaking glass ceilings in a woman-owned practice, this podcast is for you. 

Stay human. Stay inspired. Namaste (or whatever keeps you human). 


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]]> Welcome to So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People! Where we explore behind-the-scenes of work, life, and everything in between. 

Your hosts, Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey, are here to showcase the human side of the legal world, from marketing and consulting to the very real struggles of balancing work with being human. 

This isn’t your typical, dry legal show. They’re bringing you real stories, candid conversations, and smart insights that remind you that outside of being a lawyer or legal marketer, what makes you human? 

So whether you’re navigating billable hours or breaking glass ceilings in a woman-owned practice, this podcast is for you. 

Stay human. Stay inspired. Namaste (or whatever keeps you human). 


Links & Resources:

]]> Mon, 16 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0500 Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey 65 Welcome to So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For People! Where we explore behind-the-scenes of work, life, and everything in between. 

Your hosts, Megan Senese & Jennifer Ramsey, are here to showcase the human side of the legal world, from marketing and consulting to the very real struggles of balancing work with being human. 

This isn’t your typical, dry legal show. They’re bringing you real stories, candid conversations, and smart insights that remind you that outside of being a lawyer or legal marketer, what makes you human? 

So whether you’re navigating billable hours or breaking glass ceilings in a woman-owned practice, this podcast is for you. 

Stay human. Stay inspired. Namaste (or whatever keeps you human). 


Links & Resources:

]]> legal, marketing, legal marketing, business development, megan senese, jen ramsey No Jennifer Ramsey Megan Senese